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Some music observers may not realize that R&B/dance pop singer-songwriter Donna Summer enjoyed almost as much success in the '80s as she did during the '70s, when she became a bona fide disco diva superstar. In fact, Summer was arguably more active during the latter decade, releasing six studio albums compared to the five she produced during...

Despite a highly limited output during the '80s that consisted of only two studio albums featuring about 16 full-length original tracks, '70s art rock band Roxy Music made a significant mark during the latter decade. Having reformed and reinvented the group as a lush pop vehicle for his songwriting, frontman Bryan Ferry was accused at times of...

Portland, Oregon-based pop/rock band Quarterflash achieved significant nationwide success within a year after forming, primarily on the strength of classic '80s pop single "Harden My Heart." Nevertheless, the group was quite distinct from many of its contemporaries, largely because of saxophone-playing frontwoman Rindy Ross.

While a member of The Who throughout the '70s and after that band went on hiatus in the early '80s, group leader, guitarist and primary songwriter Pete Townshend managed a successful career as an eclectic singer-songwriter. He also scored as a solo artist during the '80s.

Following several years of toil in New York City clubs trying to make its way as a straightforward, edgy hard rock band, Twisted Sister eventually found stardom after adapting its style and image to fit perfectly into the burgeoning pop metal movement of the early '80s. The band's wild success was relatively short-lived, but in terms of tough,...

Having emerged during the late '70s as a country-leaning pop/rock singer of some regard, Welsh chanteuse Bonnie Tyler entered the '80s with a desire to make her mark as a singer of theatrical rock music. Her signature raspy voice fit well with Jim Steinman, her collaborator of choice, who provided his composition, "Total Eclipse of the Heart,"...

Although the spread of new wave during the early '80s marginally included the music and throwback image of Long Island's Stray Cats, the group was committed to its celebration of early rock and roll styles and rockabilly. Here's a look at the group's successful and daring career.