The Bangles

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The Bangles are an American all-female pop rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1981. They are known for hit singles in the 1980s, making them one of the most successful pop-rock groups of the decade. The band’s biggest commercial successes include "Walk Like an Egyptian" (1986), which became a worldwide phenomenon; "Manic Monday" (1986), a song written by Prince; and a cover of Simon & Garfunkel’s "Hazy Shade of Winter" (1987), which was featured in the film Less Than Zero. Their ballad "Eternal Flame" (1989) became a big hit, topping the charts in several countries, and is one of their signature songs. Other hits included "In Your Room" (1988) and "If She Knew What She Wants" (1986). Formed by Susanna Hoffs and sisters Vicki Peterson and Debbi Peterson, the group began as part of the Paisley Underground scene, a Los Angeles music movement heavily influenced by 1960s rock and psychedelic music. Their early work blended jangly guitar melodies with power-pop sensibilities. The original lineup...

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