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▸ Artist · 1985–1989

The Bangles

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Formed1981OriginUnited StatesGenrealternative rock, pop rock, power popLabelI.R.S. Records, Columbia Records, Sony Music LatinMembersMichael Steele, Susanna Hoffs, Debbi Peterson, Vicki Peterson, Annette Zilinskas

Picture a sun-drenched California afternoon, where the jangly guitars and harmonies of The Bangles invite you to sway along. This iconic all-female band, hailing from the heart of the '80s music scene, masterfully blended alternative rock, pop rock, and power pop, carving out a niche in the Paisley Underground. With standout tracks like "Walk Like an Egyptian" and "Manic Monday," penned by Prince, they captured the zeitgeist of a generation. Their energetic cover of "Hazy Shade of Winter," featured in the film Less Than Zero, showcased their knack for reinvention, while "Eternal Flame" and "In Your Room" solidified their status as pop-rock royalty. The Bangles' infectious melodies and timeless sound continue to resonate, reminding us of a glorious era when music was a vibrant tapestry woven with girl power and playful charm.

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Walk Like an Egyptian
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1985
Manic Monday
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1986
Hazy Shade of Winter
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1988
Eternal Flame
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1989
In Your Room
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1989

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