1980s Music

Australian new wave and rock band known for global hits in the early 1980s.Formed in Melbourne in 1979. Released debut album 'Business as Usual' (1981), which topped charts worldwide. Won Grammy Award for Best New Artist (1983)....

American vocal trio of sisters known for their intricate close harmonies, quirky lyrics, and blend of folk, pop, and avant-garde styles.Sisters Maggie, Terre, and Suzzy Roche formed The Roches in New York City in the mid-1970s. They gained recognition with their self-titled debut album (1979), produced by Robert Fripp. Known for their witty, observational songs and unique vocal blend, they released over a dozen albums and toured extensively until Maggie's death in 2017....

American singer-songwriter, pianist, arranger, and producer renowned for his melodic pop ballads and elaborate stage shows, one of the best-selling musicians of all time.Born in Brooklyn, New York, Manilow rose to fame in the mid-1970s with hits like "Mandy" and "I Write the Songs". His career spans decades, marked by chart-topping albums, Grammy Awards, Emmy Awards, and a Tony Award. Known for his romantic ballads, theatrical performances, and exceptional skills as an arranger and producer, ...

Lucio Battisti was an immensely influential and popular Italian singer-songwriter and composer, widely regarded as one of the most important figures in Italian popular music history.Born in Poggio Bustone, Italy, Battisti rose from playing guitar in small bands to becoming Italy's premier singer-songwriter in the late 1960s and 1970s. His career was defined by a prolific and groundbreaking songwriting partnership with lyricist Giulio Rapetti, known as Mogol. Despite immense fame, Battisti was...

American jazz-rock band known for complex harmonies, sophisticated studio production, and enigmatic lyrics.Formed in 1972 by core members Walter Becker (bass, guitar) and Donald Fagen (keyboards, vocals).Achieved major success in the 1970s with albums like 'Can't Buy a Thrill' (1972), 'Pretzel Logic' (1974), and the Grammy-winning 'Aja' (1977).Disbanded in 1981 after 'Gaucho', pursued solo careers.Reunited in 1993 for touring and released two new albums: 'Two Against Nature' (2000 - Grammy Al...

Yeni Türkü is a highly influential Turkish music group known for blending traditional Turkish folk music with contemporary rock, pop, and jazz elements, often featuring socially conscious lyrics.Founded in Ankara in 1979 by Selim Atakan and a group of university students, Yeni Türkü became a cornerstone of Turkish popular music. The band achieved mainstream success in the 1980s and 1990s with albums like 'Buğdayın Türküsü' and 'Günebakan', driven by the distinctive vocals of Selda Bağcan (ear...

Canadian pianist and composer renowned for his instrumental hit 'Music Box Dancer'.Frank Mills is a Canadian musician and composer best known for his 1979 international instrumental piano hit 'Music Box Dancer'. Born in Montreal, Quebec, he studied music at McGill University. He gained initial recognition as a member of the band The Bells before launching a successful solo career focused on light instrumental and easy listening music....