Eurythmics facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eurythmics
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![]() Annie Lennox, a member of Eurythmics
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Origin | London, England |
Genres | New Wave, Synthpop, Rock, Pop |
Years active | 1980 - 1990 1999 - 2005 |
Labels | RCA, Arista |
Associated acts | The Tourists |
Members | Annie Lennox David A. Stewart |
Eurythmics was a famous pop music duo from England. The two members were singer Annie Lennox and musician Dave Stewart. They are best known for their hit song "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)". Other popular songs include "Here Comes The Rain Again" and "Love Is a Stranger".
The band Eurythmics started in London in 1980. They worked together for ten years, releasing eight albums. After breaking up in 1990, they got back together in 1999. They made one more album called Peace. Then, they released a collection of their greatest hits before splitting up again in 2005.
About Eurythmics
Eurythmics became very popular in the 1980s. Their music often mixed different styles. These included new wave, synth-pop, and rock. They were known for their unique sound and Annie Lennox's powerful singing. Dave Stewart was a talented songwriter and producer.
Musical Style and Impact
Eurythmics used a lot of synthesizers in their music. This helped create the "synth-pop" sound they were famous for. They also made creative music videos. These videos were often shown on TV channels like MTV. They helped make the band even more well-known around the world.
Albums by Eurythmics
Eurythmics released nine studio albums during their career. Each album showed their musical growth. Here is a list of their main albums:
- In the Garden (1981)
- Sweet Dreams Are Made of This (1983)
- Touch (1983)
- For the Love of Big Brother (1984)
- Be Yourself Tonight (1985)
- Revenge (1986)
- Savage (1987)
- We Too Are One (1989)
- Peace (1999)
Images for kids
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Dave Stewart at Rock am Ring in Germany, 1987.
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Stewart and Lennox performing on The Today Show in November 2005.
See also
In Spanish: Eurythmics para niños