BRITISH INVASION!
So we didn't cop tickets for the 2012 London Games, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy all the opening acts from afar. Suffice it to say, we've been rocking out to some of the greatest brit-bands out there — tunes that have us toe-tapping, and singing England's praises.
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SPICE GIRLS:
WANNABE
We still sing along when this instant mood-lifter comes on, and includes one of the best catch-phrases to emerge from across the pond. Two words: zigazig ha. (Also, they kind of had the best style ever.)
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DURAN
DURAN:RIO
Duran Duran was on a boat before anyone else did it, and they were partying in flourescent neon shades before it became a resurgence.
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BILLY IDOL:
DANCING
WITH MYSELF
A tiny bit creepy (hello, zombies), this music vid is chock full of some of the best fashion finds ever: Fingerless leather gloves, iconic cross jewelry, and a tubular vest that only The Idol could pull off.
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CULTURE
CLUB: KARMA
CHAMELEON
With a hook this catchy, it's no wonder the song is still addictive 25 years later. But beyond the song, Boy George kills it in his famous porkpie hat and colorful pom poms.
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HUMAN
LEAGUE:
DON'T YOU
WANT ME
This is one of Human League's darker songs, and the wardrobe reflects it: Lots of black suits, shoulder pads, and a cameo from an awesome fur coat.
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