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British synth-pop duo formed by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart, known for pioneering electronic new wave music in the 1980s. Eurythmics emerged in 1980 after Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart disbanded their previous group, The Tourists. They achieved global stardom with synth-driven hits like 'Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)', blending electronic experimentation with soulful vocals. The duo sold over 80 million records worldwide, won multiple awards including a Grammy, and became icons for their androgynous imagery and innovative music videos. After disbanding in 1990, they reunited sporadically but ceased regular collaborations after 2005.

• Annie Lennox famously shaved her head and wore men's suits in early performances, challenging gender norms and creating an iconic androgynous image that defined 1980s pop culture.
• Dave Stewart survived a life-threatening brain aneurysm in 2001, which he attributed to stress from overwork during Eurythmics' peak years.
• Their 1983 breakthrough hit 'Sweet Dreams' was recorded in a cramped London attic studio with minimal equipment, yet revolutionized synth-pop production.
• Lennox and Stewart had a brief romantic relationship before forming Eurythmics; their subsequent creative partnership endured despite personal tensions and industry pressures.
• The duo's 1999 reunion album 'Peace' addressed political themes like the Kosovo War, reflecting their activism—Lennox later became a prominent HIV/AIDS campaigner.
• Eurythmics turned down a $1 million offer to use 'Sweet Dreams' in a 1980s commercial, prioritizing artistic integrity over profit—a rare stance at the time.