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80s Front Men Go Solo
A BMT Mixtape
Those of you looking for Lou Gramm or Steve Perry must go elsewhere.
These are my 80s front men!
I had to leave off a few, so this might end up needing a second volume.
This latest mixtape sort of accidentally revealed itself to me. I think I was listening to some solo tunes by Tony Hadley and realized I had a new spin on my 80s musical dudes!
Iconic bands, memorable songs, and fantastic solo acts.
Some of these guys are more famous for the work they did with their bands. Others went on to have even bigger fame as solo performers.
It’s a treat to highlight their solo efforts!
Lloyd Cole and the Commotions — Lloyd Cole
One of the very best things about crafting my mixtapes is finding something new from a beloved singer or band.
“Blame Mary Jane,” a B-side from Lloyd Cole’s solo debut, has the flavor of “My Bag.” Lloyd still has his unique twang but it’s dialed down…
