Released in 1981, 1984 marked a bold new direction for former Genesis guitarist Anthony Phillips, moving away from his earlier acoustic work toward synthesizer-driven progressive rock. Inspired by George Orwell's dystopian vision, the album unfolds as an expansive instrumental suite, combining dramatic keyboards, electronic textures, percussion, and orchestral arrangements. Featuring the powerful "Prelude '84, " 1984 showcases Phillips' evolving sound and his talent for creating richly layered, cinematic music.