Today, I'm doing part 1 of a twofer 2-parter (still following?). These two bands both came from the mid-80's, had some hits, and launched the solo careers of their front-women. First up is Scandal, headed-up by Patty Smyth (possessing one of the best female rock voices in rock). Their 1982 debut album put them on the map with this song
Scandal – Goodbye to You (live)
Their follow-up album was even stronger, and Smyth was "featured" in the band name. Here's their #7 hit
Scandal ft. Patty Smyth – The Warrior
As Smyth was about to embark on her solo career, she made this appearance on Letterman in '87, with a smokin' Led Zep cover (followed by an awkwardly fawning Dave interview)
Patty Smyth – Whole Lotta Love (live on Letterman ’87)
Right when Scandal was breaking-up, the band 'Til Tuesday, fronted by Aimee Mann, launched their 1985 debut album, with this hit title track
‘Til Tuesday – Voices Carry (live)
A year later, they released Welcome Home, which produced the top 40 hit What About Love, and this beautiful song
‘Til Tuesday – Coming Up Close
The band followed with the minor hit (Believed You Were) Lucky, but then they broke-up. Both front-women went on to launch solo careers. Smyth released her first solo effort in '87, but she didn't see solo success until 92/93, which is when Aimee Mann's solo career began. And that will be for another day.