Spandau Ballet was one of the most influential British bands of the 1980s, first breaking through with their debut single To Cut a Long Story Short in October 1980. They went on to release a run of major hits, including True , Gold and Through the Barricades .
The band comprised five members: guitarist and songwriter Gary Kemp, bassist Martin Kemp , vocalist Tony Hadley, saxophonist Steve Norman and drummer John Keeble. Gary and Steve first formed the group while still at school, later bringing in the other three members.
Drawing inspiration from artists like Marvin Gaye, Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett, Spandau Ballet achieved 23 international hit singles and sold more than 25 million albums worldwide. They were also among the first acts confirmed for Bob Geldof's landmark 1985

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