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British duo Wham! were one of the biggest pop acts on the 1980s, selling over 30 million records worldwide. Andrew Ridgeley and George Michael in Wham! Courtesy of Netflix © 2023 Childhood best friends George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley grew up outside of London and bonded over their love of music. After starting out in a ska band, they began writing and recording the early songs that would turn in to Wham!'s first album, "Fantastic." Those early tracks contained a slice of social commentary that got them noticed in the music press. Despite initially flailing on the UK charts, a last-minute booking on Top Of The Pops in 1982 to perform "Young Guns (Go For It!)" was a game changer. https://youtu.be/6_MhjfgeC44 They had 6 #1 singles in England and 3 in the United States in...

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has released its list of nominees for induction in 2023. This year's list includes several iconic musicians like British songstress Kate Bush, rockers Rage Against the Machine, and hip hop collective A Tribe Called Quest. Kate Bush, who made a remarkable comeback last year with the revival of her hit "Running Up That Hill," has been nominated for the first time. Sheryl Crow, who rose to stardom in 1993 with her debut album "Tuesday Music Club," has been recognized for her three-decade-long career. Missy Elliott, known for being a creative pioneer in the rap industry, has been nominated for her songs and videos such as "Work It" and "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)." Rock & New Wave Iron Maiden, one of metal's most enduring bands, has been nominated...

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2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced