Bands and musicians

American music group, founded in 1973 by band members, Harry Wayne Casey (KC) and Richard Finch. Their first two single releases did well to reach the charts but it was their 1974 hit "Rock Your Baby" that hit the ...

First of all, let’s tackle the ludicrous name. Memorable it may be (although I’m sure many people have spent time saying ‘You know, that band from the 80s…Kashajoojoo, no, um, Kapachoochoo …’) – but it’s obviously gibberish. And it’s intentionally ...

Began recording in 1975, after being discovered by Pink Floyd's David Gilmour. The distinctive "Wuthering Heights" was her first hit (#1), and though her output has not been prolific, she has always been an interesting and innovative artist. ...

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 Keith John Moon (23 August 1946 – 7 September 1978) was an English drummer for the rock band the Who. He was noted for his unique style of playing and his eccentric, often self-destructive behaviour and addiction to drugs and alcohol. Moon grew up ...

Kelly Marie did more for the sales of jumpsuits than anyone in history! Kelly, real name Jacqueline McKinnon, was very popular on the gay scene with her disco/HI NRG tracks. Her big hit "Feels Like I'm In Love" (boo, boo) ...

Jamaican born Ken grew up in Kingston and was the youngest of seven children. His love of music kicked off by the release of a number of tracks between 1963 & 1966 with his neighbour 'Stranger Cole'. Ken's ...

Your typical Texan, Kenny Rogers was an American country music singer-songwriter, photographer, record producer, actor and entrepreneur. In the 50s, Kenny started his career with a place in The Scholars group as lead singer. After getting a taste of success, ...

I can remember seeing these chaps on the tube in the mid eighties when they were enjoying some chart success with 'Nightime', after an uncomfortable interview with Paula Yates they produced a blistering live set, I've never seen anything as ...

Kim Wilde had huge hits in the 80s. The one I remember the most is "Kids in America". Today she is no longer singing, but is now famous as a TV gardener. ...

Fronted by Paul King, These guys had a big hit in the 80s with "Love and Pride". I remember Paul's yellow and black tartan suit - disgusting! I believe Paul went onto have a show on MTV. ...

In the heady daze of the early 80's King Crimson were re-born and recorded their best album (in my opinion) called "Discipline". The history of King Crimson though goes way back to the late 60s...King Crimson were formed in 1968 ...

What’s the best Christmas song ever written? No, not Do They Know It’s Christmas. No, not Mary’s Boy Child. Yes, Last Christmas is a cheesy classic, but it’s not that one either. Definitely not Merry Christmas Everybody by Slade, and ...

KISS were those heavy metal people who had painted faces. One of them had (not officially) the world's biggest tongue.There was loads of controversy and discussion over the fact that people didn't know what they actually looked like. Then, for ...

KLF were a dance duo in the early 90s that had hits including "3am Eternal" and "Mu Mu Land" (with Tammy Wynette). I was obsessed with them at the time. I think their album was called "The White Room". I ...

German instrumental group based around the synthesizer. One of their most famous songs was "AutoBahn" - a very long song with sounds of cars starting and acceleration. Mesmerizing tune. I've still got the tape. ...

British house / rave band from Nottingham consisted of three members, Chris King, Winston Williams and Delroy St Joseph. The band's name came from using the initial letters of each band member's surnames. They acheived commercial success with their ...

Kylie Minogue is most famous for her singing, acting and shapely rear end. She has had many hits that include "I Should Be So Lucky", "Better The Devil You Know" and has also sung a duet called "Especially For You" ...