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Jona Lewie
299,800 listeners
Jona Lewie (born John Lewis, 14 March 1947, Southampton, England) is an English singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Jona Lewie jo… read moreJona Lewie (born John Lewis, 14 March 1947, Southampton, England) is an English singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Jona Lewie joined his first group, The Johnston City Jazz Band, while still at school in 1963, and by 1968 had … read moreJona Lewie (born John Lewis, 14 March 1947, Southampton, England) is an English singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Jona Lewie joined his first group, The Johnston City Jazz Band, while still at school in 1963, and by 1968 had become a blues & boogie singer and piano player. After b… read more -
Medium Medium
45,962 listeners
Less well known than contemporaries Gang of Four, Medium Medium was nonetheless an influence on a number of the dance-punk revival bands of… read moreLess well known than contemporaries Gang of Four, Medium Medium was nonetheless an influence on a number of the dance-punk revival bands of the early 2000s. Emerging in 1978 out of punk/rhythm & blues band The Press in Nottingham, En… read moreLess well known than contemporaries Gang of Four, Medium Medium was nonetheless an influence on a number of the dance-punk revival bands of the early 2000s. Emerging in 1978 out of punk/rhythm & blues band The Press in Nottingham, England, Medium Medium's second single, "Hungry, So … read more -
Fiction Factory
206,664 listeners
Fiction Factory, formed in Perth, Scotland in 1982 wrote soulful, melancholic pop songs illuminated by danceable synthesized rhythms and fu… read moreFiction Factory, formed in Perth, Scotland in 1982 wrote soulful, melancholic pop songs illuminated by danceable synthesized rhythms and funky bass lines. Heaven 17 was an obvious influence; however, the deep, ardent vocals of Kevin Patt… read moreFiction Factory, formed in Perth, Scotland in 1982 wrote soulful, melancholic pop songs illuminated by danceable synthesized rhythms and funky bass lines. Heaven 17 was an obvious influence; however, the deep, ardent vocals of Kevin Patterson easily challenged any charges of plagiarism. Featuring… read more -
The Triffids
60,483 listeners
The band originated in Perth, Western Australia in the late 1970s. They went through various line-up changes until the early 1980s when the… read moreThe band originated in Perth, Western Australia in the late 1970s. They went through various line-up changes until the early 1980s when they moved to Sydney and later Melbourne and released their first LP Treeless Plain. The band toured … read moreThe band originated in Perth, Western Australia in the late 1970s. They went through various line-up changes until the early 1980s when they moved to Sydney and later Melbourne and released their first LP Treeless Plain. The band toured extensively in Europe and caught the attention of the UK mus… read more -
10,000 Maniacs
467,683 listeners
10,000 Maniacs is an alternative rock band, formed in 1981 in Jamestown, New York, that has been active with various line-ups since that ti… read more10,000 Maniacs is an alternative rock band, formed in 1981 in Jamestown, New York, that has been active with various line-ups since that time. Their best known member is Natalie Merchant, who left the band in 1993 to pursue a solo career… read more10,000 Maniacs is an alternative rock band, formed in 1981 in Jamestown, New York, that has been active with various line-ups since that time. Their best known member is Natalie Merchant, who left the band in 1993 to pursue a solo career. 10,000 Maniacs have gone through a variety of musicians th… read more -
Rendez Vous
104,605 listeners
Rendez Vous is a name that has been used more than once: 1. a Polish new wave/rock band 2. a Lithuanian group 3. Slovenian pop group 4. a F… read moreRendez Vous is a name that has been used more than once: 1. a Polish new wave/rock band 2. a Lithuanian group 3. Slovenian pop group 4. a French post-punk band 1. Rendez Vous is a Polish band formed in Łódź in autumn 1983. The group rele… read moreRendez Vous is a name that has been used more than once: 1. a Polish new wave/rock band 2. a Lithuanian group 3. Slovenian pop group 4. a French post-punk band 1. Rendez Vous is a Polish band formed in Łódź in autumn 1983. The group released the album (Rendez-vous, '86) and two singles befor… read more -
Kissing The Pink
21,091 listeners
Kissing the Pink is a dance/synth pop group from Scotland and England. Members included Nick Whitecross, John Hall, George Stewart, Josephi… read moreKissing the Pink is a dance/synth pop group from Scotland and England. Members included Nick Whitecross, John Hall, George Stewart, Josephine Wells, Pete Barnett, Sylvia Griffin, Simon Aldridge and Steve Cusack. Their first single was &q… read moreKissing the Pink is a dance/synth pop group from Scotland and England. Members included Nick Whitecross, John Hall, George Stewart, Josephine Wells, Pete Barnett, Sylvia Griffin, Simon Aldridge and Steve Cusack. Their first single was "Don't hide in the shadows", made with Martin H… read more -
Ian Dury
162,974 listeners
Ian Dury (1942-2000) was an English singer, songwriter, and bandleader. Born on 12th May 1942, he is best known as founder and lead singer … read moreIan Dury (1942-2000) was an English singer, songwriter, and bandleader. Born on 12th May 1942, he is best known as founder and lead singer of the British band Ian Dury and the Blockheads, though he began his musical career in pub-rock ac… read moreIan Dury (1942-2000) was an English singer, songwriter, and bandleader. Born on 12th May 1942, he is best known as founder and lead singer of the British band Ian Dury and the Blockheads, though he began his musical career in pub-rock act Kilburn & the High Roads. He wrote many famous songs … read more -
Nik Kershaw
442,448 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 -
Bill Nelson's Red Noise
4,586 listeners
Following the breakup of Be Bop Deluxe guitarist Bill Nelson immediately switched to his next venture: Red Noise. Only one LP was issued, b… read moreFollowing the breakup of Be Bop Deluxe guitarist Bill Nelson immediately switched to his next venture: Red Noise. Only one LP was issued, built on the futurist nature of latter Be Bop work but gave clear indications of an ever more exper… read moreFollowing the breakup of Be Bop Deluxe guitarist Bill Nelson immediately switched to his next venture: Red Noise. Only one LP was issued, built on the futurist nature of latter Be Bop work but gave clear indications of an ever more experimental course. With Red Noise Bill not only pushed the boun… read more