New Wave
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“Planet Earth” is the debut single by British new wave band Duran Duran, released in February 1981. The song was pivotal in establishing the band as key figures in the New Romantic movement, blending post-punk, funk, and synthpop elements with a futuristic aesthetic. Key Details: Themes & Style: “Planet Earth” reflects themes of alienation, the…
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“Dear Prudence” is a song originally written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney for The Beatles, appearing on their 1968 White Album. Siouxsie and the Banshees covered the song in 1983, releasing it as a single, which became one of their most successful hits. Siouxsie and the Banshees’ Version Background and Reception Siouxsie Sioux has…
History of Sorts 