Eurythmics

Eurythmics were a British musical duo formed in 1980 by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart after the breakup of their previous band, the Tourists.

Eurythmics were a British musical duo formed in 1980 by Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart after the breakup of their previous band, the Tourists. The duo achieved international success with new wave and synth-pop music, particularly after the 1983 album *Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)*. Their work is recognized for Lennox's vocals, Stewart's production, and stylized music videos.

History

Eurythmics formed in 1980 after Lennox and Stewart left the Tourists. Their debut album, *In the Garden*, was released in 1981 but was not a major commercial success. The duo continued and achieved a breakthrough with *Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)* in 1983.

Music style

The duo's sound is generally identified with new wave and synth-pop, with pop and dance elements. They are known for combining electronic production with Lennox's distinctive vocal style and strong visual presentation in music videos.

Commercial success

The album *Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)* brought Eurythmics international acclaim. They subsequently released a series of successful recordings and became one of the best-known British pop acts of the 1980s.

Legacy

Eurythmics are remembered for their influence on pop production and visual presentation during the MTV era. Their catalogue and image helped define a major strand of 1980s British pop music.