# Inside The Strike’s “Getaway”: Synths, Sax, and What Really Matters

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Podcast: [My Weekly Mixtape: Music Discovery & Nostalgia](https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-weekly-mixtape-music-discovery-nostalgia-5972905)
Published: 2026-04-26T23:50:54+00:00
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## Resource

This week, I’m joined by Chris Crabb of The Strike — and we get into how a band built on ’80s new wave , synth pop , and yes, saxophone , turned “The Getaway” into a song that’s taken on a life of its own . From multiple versions on A Dream Through Open Eyes to a stripped-down take that’s now showing up in wedding first dances , we talk about how the same song can evolve — and what those reinterpretations reveal about it along the way. We also dig into the band’s sonic identity — how those throwback elements found their place in a modern mix — before jumping into “Famous,” a track that pairs bright , euphoric energy with a deeper look at fame culture , social media pressure , and what it actually means to be known . And then there’s “No Time To Waste,” which comes from a completely different headspace and rounds things out in a way that feels both urgent and reflective . It’s a conversation about sound , perspective , and how songs don’t always stay the same — even when the people behind them do . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: ⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com⁠ 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): ⁠ https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape⁠ 🌐 Connect on Social: ⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media⁠ 📧 Email the Show / Contact: ⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact⁠ 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/

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