Category: Bananarama

Nestled within the infectious synth-pop soundscapes of the 1980s, Bananarama’s ‘Cruel Summer’ endures as a siren song of seasonal heartache, filled with longing and desolate warmth. Threading together a visceral narrative with breezy rhythms, the track encapsulates the heady fervor of the era while diving deep into the emotional paradox of summertime sadness.

In the landscape of 80s pop anthems, Bananarama’s ‘Venus’ is a dazzling gem that continues to hold its shine. A cover of Shocking Blue’s 1969 song, Bananarama’s 1986 version transformed it into a feminist anthem wrapped in a high-energy dance-pop package. Drenched with synths and irresistible hooks, it was not just a song, it was an audacious declaration of female empowerment and sensuality that has ricocheted across the decades.