The Communards
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poppopnew romanticnew wave popsynthpopsophisti-popmainstream poprocknew waveelectronichi-nrgother electronic music
Influential: 56.38%
Fanbase: 35.76%
Trending: 66.69%
As of: 2025-09-07
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Score: DMDB 56.38% |
Fanbase 35.76% |
Trending 66.69% |
CAREER STAGE: MID_LEVEL
Biography
The Communards were a dynamic British synth-pop duo that blended infectious melodies with socially conscious lyrics, becoming one of the defining acts of the mid-1980s. Formed in 1985 by Jimmy Somerville, after leaving Bronski Beat, and multi-instrumentalist Richard Coles, the duo quickly made their mark with their unique fusion of pop, disco, and hi-NRG dance music.
Their debut self-titled album featured the hit single "Don’t Leave Me This Way," a powerful reimagining of the Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes classic. The track became a massive global hit, topping charts and earning the duo a place in pop history. Known for their anthemic songs and Somerville’s soaring falsetto vocals, The Communards tackled themes of love, politics, and LGBTQ+ rights with both energy and sensitivity.
Their second album, Red (1987), included standout tracks like "Never Can Say Goodbye" and "For a Friend," the latter a heartfelt tribute to friends lost to the AIDS crisis. Though The Communards disbanded in 1988, their music remains a powerful snapshot of an era, celebrated for its emotional depth, dancefloor energy, and enduring impact.
Their debut self-titled album featured the hit single "Don’t Leave Me This Way," a powerful reimagining of the Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes classic. The track became a massive global hit, topping charts and earning the duo a place in pop history. Known for their anthemic songs and Somerville’s soaring falsetto vocals, The Communards tackled themes of love, politics, and LGBTQ+ rights with both energy and sensitivity.
Their second album, Red (1987), included standout tracks like "Never Can Say Goodbye" and "For a Friend," the latter a heartfelt tribute to friends lost to the AIDS crisis. Though The Communards disbanded in 1988, their music remains a powerful snapshot of an era, celebrated for its emotional depth, dancefloor energy, and enduring impact.
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