George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley: The Dynamic Duo Behind Wham!
In the early 1980s, British pop culture was revolutionized by the emergence of Wham!, a duo composed of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. Hailing from Bushey, Hertfordshire, the pair met at school and began performing together as Teenage Cancer Trust charity fundraisers. Their big break came with the release of their debut single "Wham Rap!" in 1982, which topped the UK Singles Chart and announced their arrival on the music scene.
Wham!'s subsequent albums, Fashion (1983) and Made in Heaven (1984), solidified their status as one of the most popular acts of the era. The duo's unique blend of pop, rock, and R&B styles, combined with George Michael's soulful vocals and witty songwriting, resonated with audiences worldwide. With hits like "Careless Whisper," "Last Christmas," and "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go," Wham! left an indelible mark on the music landscape.
Despite their immense success, Wham!'s partnership was short-lived. In 1986, George Michael decided to pursue a solo career, releasing his debut album Faith in 1987. Andrew Ridgeley continued to work as a musician and actor, but never achieved the same level of fame. Nevertheless, Wham!'s enduring legacy as one of the most iconic and influential pop duos of all time remains unchallenged.
Wham! – The Singles (Echoes From The Edge Of Heaven) - Neon Violet Vinyl
Price: £28.99
Condition: New
Wham! - Last Christmas (40 Years) - Ltd Edn Picture Disc - LAST 5 NEW IN STOCK
Price: £44.99
Condition: New
Wham George Michael Joblot 7x 7" Singles Vinyl Wham George Michael Wake me Up
Price: £18.92
Condition: Used
WHAM YOUNG GUNS GO FOR IT 12 INCH VINYL SINGLE IN VGC IVLA 13 2766
Price: £4.88
Condition: Used
Wham! - Last Christmas (40 Years) - Ltd Edn Zoetrope - NEW SEALED - LAST COPIES
Price: £40.99
Condition: New
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Wham! - The Singles: Echoes From The Edge Of Heaven LTD 2LP [VINYL]
Price: £26.75
Condition: New
WHAM!: The Final (1986) Double Vinyl LP Set & Insert EPC 88681
Price: £15.00
Condition: Used
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Wham! - Wham! - The Singles: Echoes From The Edge Of Heaven [vinyl] [VINYL]
Price: £29.71
Condition: New
WHAM! - Make It Big - Original UK Vinyl LP 1984 With inners & poster
Price: £7.47
Condition: Used
WHAM! - WHERE DID YOUR HEAR GO? - VERY RARE! JAPAN 45' Vinyl PS/ George Michael
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Wham - Everything She Wants Remix / Last Christmas (1984) 7" Vinyl Single
Price: £3.84
Condition: Used
Wham! "Club Tropicana" 1983 UK 1st.Press Excellent+++ 12" Vinyl Single
Price: £14.23
Condition: Used
WHAM FAN CLUB CHRISTMAS 84 1984 UK VINYL 7" POP GEORGE MICHAEL
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Wham! : Make It Big VINYL 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (2024) ***NEW*** Great Value
Price: £26.72
Condition: New
Wham! - Fantastic - 12’’ Vinyl - 1983 - Innervision Records – IVL 25328
Price: £6.44
Condition: Used
WHAM -Fantastic- Rare Japanese Picture Disc LP +Obi & Insert (George Michael)
Price: £135.00
Condition: Used
Wham ! ' Make It Big ' Vinyl Album With Insert Epic Records. George Michael
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Wham Freedom UK 7" Square Picture Disc Epic WA 4743 George Michael G
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Wham! Last Christmas Vinyl Single 12-inch (UK, 1984, Epic, TA4949) 1st pressing
Price: £4.36
Condition: Used
