Kids in the Kitchen

# Kids in the Kitchen

Australian pop and new wave outfit Kids in the Kitchen emerged in 1983, bringing synth-driven energy to the local music scene. The group achieved significant chart success with four top-20 hits on the Kent Music Report, including "Change in Mood" and "Bitter Desire," establishing themselves as key players in Australia's 1980s pop landscape. Their debut album *Shine* (1985) became one of the year's biggest sellers domestically, peaking at No. 9 and showcasing their accessible blend of new wave sensibilities and electronic production.

Following up with *Terrain* in 1987, Kids in the Kitchen continued exploring synth-pop territories before disbanding in 1988. Their catalog remains a touchstone of Australian 1980s electronic pop, capturing the era's distinctive approach to synthesizer-driven songwriting and production.