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These talented musicians have been part of the band since its formation or reformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bangles' music has left a lasting impact on the music industry with their catchy pop-rock sound. With their successful career spanning decades, they continue to captivate audiences with their timeless hits and energetic performances.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sweetheart-of-the-sun","title":"Sweetheart of the Sun","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe last (2011) record released by The Bangles - now a trio of Susanna Hoffs and Debbi and Vicki Peterson - is one of their best, a loving paean to ‘60s pop inspired in part by Sheila Weller’s book \u003ci\u003eGirls Like Us,\u003c\/i\u003e which intertwines the stories of Laurel Canyon singer-songwriters Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon. 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Filmed for posterity by MTV, the group's set included highlights from their first two albums (Restless, Let It Go), plus those singles and a cover of Big Star's power-pop classic September Gurls - manna from heaven for all the December boys and girls who still have it bad for Susannah Hoffs and co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FM","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":50466424226123,"sku":"2021676","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_a78e512d_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727312796"},{"product_id":"different-light","title":"Different Light","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bangles' debut album \u003ci\u003eAll Over The Place\u003c\/i\u003e received good reviews and resulted in a much wider audience. All this went some way to attracting the attention of Prince, who decided to give them “Manic Monday”. 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