Frankie Goes To Hollywood
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Frankie Goes To Hollywood
With their debut “Relax”, the British band achieved an international number one hit in 1983, which made them instantly famous. In the following years, tracks like “Two Tribes” and “The Power of Love” shaped the pop and dance charts of the 1980s. The group released several successful singles and albums in a short period, but remained a phenomenon of the decade.
Frankie Goes To Hollywood – Successes & Musical Relevance
The greatest successes of Frankie Goes To Hollywood date from between 1983 and 1987. The debut album “Welcome to the Pleasuredome” achieved multi-platinum status and produced three top hits with “Relax”, “Two Tribes” and “The Power of Love”, all of which still regularly appear on compilations and on the radio today. Their music combines synthpop, new wave and dance elements with provocative lyrics and elaborate production, significantly influenced by the ZTT label and producer Trevor Horn.
Discover Frankie Goes To Hollywood vinyl releases
For collectors and fans, the maxi single Rage Hard (12'' Vinyl Maxi) from 1986 offers the opportunity to acquire a later hit by the band in its original format. This edition documents the group’s stylistic development after their initial successes and is particularly interesting for lovers of 12-inch maxis from the 1980s.
Even decades after their active years, the records of Frankie Goes To Hollywood remain a staple in many pop and new wave collections.
- Genre: Synthpop, New Wave
- Origin: United Kingdom
- Active: 1983–1987
- Notable: Collaboration with producer Trevor Horn and the ZTT label
