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The Buggles are a UK new wave band known for their innovative sound and catchy melodies. The group features Trevor Horn on vocals and bass, alongside keyboardist Geoff Downes, with Bruce Woolley briefly in the mix. They made a splash with their debut single "Video Killed the Radio Star," which cleverly captured the zeitgeist of the shifting music landscape, blending pop sensibilities with a touch of futurism. With its infectious hooks and synthesizer-driven sound, the song became synonymous with the arrival of music videos, marking a seismic shift in how music was consumed. The Buggles remind us that change is the only constant in the world of music.
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