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Transvision Vamp was a British rock band. They were formed in Putney, London in 1986 and stopped making music in 1991.

About Transvision Vamp

Transvision Vamp was a popular rock band from the UK. They became well-known in the late 1980s. The band was formed in 1986 in Putney, a part of London. They were known for their energetic music and unique style.

Who Was in the Band?

The main members of Transvision Vamp were:

  • Wendy James (singer)
  • Nick Christian Sayer (guitarist)
  • Dave Parsons (bassist)
  • Anthony Doughty (drummer)
  • Pol Burton (keyboardist)
  • James Piper
  • Martin Hallett

Their Music and Albums

Transvision Vamp released three studio albums during their time together:

  • Pop Art (1988)
  • Velveteen (1989)
  • Little Magnets Versus the Bubble of Babble (1991)

Their second album, Velveteen, was very successful. It even reached number 1 on the UK albums chart, which means it was the best-selling album in the UK at that time!

They also released 11 singles. A single is usually one or two songs released separately from an album. Their most famous single was "Baby I Don't Care". This song was a big hit, reaching number 3 in the UK singles chart.

When Did They Stop?

Transvision Vamp continued to make music for about five years. The band split up in 1991. Even though they were together for a short time, they left their mark on British rock music.

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