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Nik Kershaw
509,469 listeners
Nik Kershaw (born Nicholas David Kershaw, 1 March 1958, in Bristol) is an English singer-songwriter. A former jazz-funk guitarist, he was a… read moreNik Kershaw (born Nicholas David Kershaw, 1 March 1958, in Bristol) is an English singer-songwriter. A former jazz-funk guitarist, he was a 1980s teen idol; his 62 weeks on the UK Singles Chart in 1984-5 beat all other solo artists at th… read moreNik Kershaw (born Nicholas David Kershaw, 1 March 1958, in Bristol) is an English singer-songwriter. A former jazz-funk guitarist, he was a 1980s teen idol; his 62 weeks on the UK Singles Chart in 1984-5 beat all other solo artists at the time. He appeared at Live Aid in 1985, and has penned a nu… read more
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Howard Jones
504,902 listeners
Howard Jones (born John Howard Jones on February 23, 1955) is an English singer and songwriter. He is the eldest of three boys. His birthpl… read moreHoward Jones (born John Howard Jones on February 23, 1955) is an English singer and songwriter. He is the eldest of three boys. His birthplace is Southampton, England, and he spent his early years in High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire, and … read moreHoward Jones (born John Howard Jones on February 23, 1955) is an English singer and songwriter. He is the eldest of three boys. His birthplace is Southampton, England, and he spent his early years in High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire, and attended the Royal Grammar School. He now lives with his fam… read more
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Johnny Hates Jazz
358,660 listeners
Johnny Hates Jazz is a British band, currently consisting of Clark Datchler (songwriter, vocalist, keyboards) and Mike Nocito (guitarist, b… read moreJohnny Hates Jazz is a British band, currently consisting of Clark Datchler (songwriter, vocalist, keyboards) and Mike Nocito (guitarist, bassist, producer, and engineer). In April 1987, they achieved international success with their fir… read moreJohnny Hates Jazz is a British band, currently consisting of Clark Datchler (songwriter, vocalist, keyboards) and Mike Nocito (guitarist, bassist, producer, and engineer). In April 1987, they achieved international success with their first hit single "Shattered Dreams." Their debut albu… read more
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China Crisis
247,431 listeners
China Crisis are a British pop/rock group formed in 1979 in Kirkby on Merseyside, with a core band of vocalist/keyboardist Garry Daly and g… read moreChina Crisis are a British pop/rock group formed in 1979 in Kirkby on Merseyside, with a core band of vocalist/keyboardist Garry Daly and guitarist Eddie Lundon. They've produced pop music similar in style to that of the new romanti… read moreChina Crisis are a British pop/rock group formed in 1979 in Kirkby on Merseyside, with a core band of vocalist/keyboardist Garry Daly and guitarist Eddie Lundon. They've produced pop music similar in style to that of the new romantic movement. Yet they've also had strong similarities to… read more
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Simply Red
1,314,060 listeners
Simply Red are an English pop and soul band formed in Manchester in 1985. The group is led by singer and songwriter Mick Hucknall, who rema… read moreSimply Red are an English pop and soul band formed in Manchester in 1985. The group is led by singer and songwriter Mick Hucknall, who remains the only original member. They have released thirteen studio albums, beginning with "Pict… read moreSimply Red are an English pop and soul band formed in Manchester in 1985. The group is led by singer and songwriter Mick Hucknall, who remains the only original member. They have released thirteen studio albums, beginning with "Picture Book" in 1985 and continuing through "Time&quo… read more
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Curiosity Killed the Cat
65,917 listeners
Curiosity Killed the Cat was a British band who found success in the United Kingdom pop charts in the late 1980s and early 1990s. They play… read moreCuriosity Killed the Cat was a British band who found success in the United Kingdom pop charts in the late 1980s and early 1990s. They played soulful, funky pop jazz and were initially signed to Phonogram Records' Mercury imprint. T… read moreCuriosity Killed the Cat was a British band who found success in the United Kingdom pop charts in the late 1980s and early 1990s. They played soulful, funky pop jazz and were initially signed to Phonogram Records' Mercury imprint. The first came to notice of the UK music and style press when… read more
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Living in a Box
181,050 listeners
Living in a Box was a British pop trio from the 1980s (formed in 1985). The members were Richard Darbyshire (vocals and guitar), Marcus Ver… read moreLiving in a Box was a British pop trio from the 1980s (formed in 1985). The members were Richard Darbyshire (vocals and guitar), Marcus Vere (synths) and Anthony Critchlow (drums). Career - Formation and split up: Living in a Box was fo… read moreLiving in a Box was a British pop trio from the 1980s (formed in 1985). The members were Richard Darbyshire (vocals and guitar), Marcus Vere (synths) and Anthony Critchlow (drums). Career - Formation and split up: Living in a Box was formed in 1985 in Manchester. The group named themselves after… read more
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ABC
637,569 listeners
ABC are an English pop band formed in Sheffield, South Yorkshire in 1980, emerging from the earlier electronic band Vice Versa. The band in… read moreABC are an English pop band formed in Sheffield, South Yorkshire in 1980, emerging from the earlier electronic band Vice Versa. The band incorporates elements of synth-pop, orchestral, and jazz music, and has been associated with the new… read moreABC are an English pop band formed in Sheffield, South Yorkshire in 1980, emerging from the earlier electronic band Vice Versa. The band incorporates elements of synth-pop, orchestral, and jazz music, and has been associated with the new pop and sophisti-pop movements. Their debut studio album, &… read more
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Go West
392,903 listeners
Go West is a British pop group. The duo formed in London, UK in 1982, with Peter Cox and Richard Drummie. Go West quickly had a publishing … read moreGo West is a British pop group. The duo formed in London, UK in 1982, with Peter Cox and Richard Drummie. Go West quickly had a publishing deal and possessed a portastudio, but lacked a band or recording company. Peter and Richard decide… read moreGo West is a British pop group. The duo formed in London, UK in 1982, with Peter Cox and Richard Drummie. Go West quickly had a publishing deal and possessed a portastudio, but lacked a band or recording company. Peter and Richard decided, with support from John Glover, their manager, to find a m… read more
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The Human League
1,631,490 listeners
The Human League is an English synthpop band formed in 1977. Originally a minimal Post-Punk synthesiser-based group from Sheffield, UK, they became one of the most successful New Wave acts of the 80s. The only consistent band member is vocalist and songwriter Phil Oakey. The band's best know… read more