2020 - 80s Rock Anthems

: "Start Me Up" (The Rolling Stones) held the top spot for 13 weeks in 1981, making it a masterclass in staying power [11]. 4. The 2020s "Retro" Vibe

: Use simple, tonally strong chord progressions in the chorus [7]. A common trick is using a major II-chord instead of a minor ii to provide emotional strength [7]. 80s Rock Anthems 2020

: Double-track your rhythm guitars for a wall-of-sound effect [18]. Use chorus, digital delays, and harmonizers to add "sparkle" to lead parts [18]. : "Start Me Up" (The Rolling Stones) held

: Focus on empowering, inclusive topics like freedom, heat, or cars [5, 7]. Keep the lyrics cheesier and full of euphemisms if you’re aiming for a Glam Metal vibe [5]. 2. Modern Production Techniques A common trick is using a major II-chord

The core of an anthem is its ability to make an audience sing along.