Singers You Don't Know But Should
The 1980s produced no shortage of famous performers, but many remarkable women from the decade remain far less widely discussed. We can almost guarantee you've never heard of the five amazing artists we've listed down below, but maybe it's a sign you should check them out.
1. Anna Domino
With a discography containing a beautiful blend of post-punk, jazz-pop, and electronic touches, Anna Domino certainly has a unique sound. Her music has a calm, elegant quality to it that feels effortlessly composed and resonates with lots of her listeners.
2. Saâda Bonaire
Saâda Bonaire was a German duo led by female vocalists whose music combined new wave, dub, and worldbeat influences. Their songs carry a cool, unusual atmosphere that set them apart from more conventional pop acts of the era, which is likely why they remained so unnoticed.
3. Jane Siberry
Canadian singer-songwriter Jane Siberry approached 1980s pop from a distinctly original angle that should've been appreciated more. Her songs often paired accessible melodies with unusual structures and thoughtful lyrical ideas, making her music something you wanted to fully engage with.
4. Pauline Murray
Best known for her earlier punk work, Pauline Murray also produced excellent solo material during the 1980s. Sadly, she was often under the radar. Still, her music from this period showed a polished but distinctive style, balancing strong vocals with sharp songwriting.
5. Virginia Astley
For fans of gentle, atmospheric music, Virginia Astley produced music you would absolutely love. Her songs stood out from the louder trends of the decade, pulling inspo from pop, classical, and ambient influences that all felt carefully crafted.
