Wham!

Wham! was a British pop duo formed in 1981 by George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley and active until 1986. Their sound blended upbeat dance-pop and synth-pop with accessible melodies, polished production, and elements of soul and funk, presented with a youthful, exuberant image. The duo became closely associated with 1980s mainstream pop and MTV-era visuals, known for energetic performances and radio-friendly hooks.