Artist Spotlight

The Go-Go's

new wave · 1980–1984

The Go-Go's are an American all-female rock band known for their catchy blend of new wave, pop rock, punk rock, and power pop. Hailing from Los Angeles, they feature a solid lineup with Belinda Carlisle on lead vocals, Charlotte Caffey on lead guitar and keyboards, Gina Schock on drums, Kathy Valentine on bass, and Jane Wiedlin on rhythm guitar. Their energetic tracks like "We Got The Beat," "Our Lips Are Sealed," "Vacation," and "Head over Heels" showcase their knack for infectious melodies and clever lyrics. The Go-Go's not only brought a fresh voice to the music scene but also left an unmistakable imprint on the sounds of their time.

The facts

Formed 1978
United States
new wave, pop rock, punk rock
On Beyond Records, I.R.S. Records, A&M Records
Members: Belinda Carlisle, Jane Wiedlin, Charlotte Caffey, Gina Schock, Kathy Valentine, Abby Travis