American new wave band formed in Athens, Georgia in 1976. Core members include Fred Schneider, Kate Pierson, Cindy Wilson, Ricky Wilson (died 1985) and Keith Strickland. Known for kitschy image, vocal harmonies, and hits such as "Rock Lobster" and "Love Shack."

Formed in Athens, Georgia; debut album 'The B-52's' (1979). Ricky Wilson died in 1985. Major commercial breakthrough with 'Cosmic Thing' (1989), which includes the hits 'Love Shack' and 'Roam'.

DeBaser's reviews celebrate The B-52s' kitsch, vocal harmonies and party-ready new wave. Wild Planet and the debut receive high praise for invention and infectiousness. Cosmic Thing is seen as a commercial/artistic recovery. Bouncing Off The Satellites is described as troubled but with redeeming tracks.

For:Fans of new wave, post-punk, Athens (GA) scene, and kitsch party pop.

 

"If you want to understand who the B-52's are, go watch a video of \"Dirty Back Road\" - preferably from '80 or so."

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"Bouncing Off The Satellites, released in September 1986, will remain in the band's history as their most troubled and hard-fought album, labeled as one of their lesser works."

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"The party-band born in 1977 in a Chinese restaurant but which, soon after, would hardly look out of place at CBGB's!"

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