Nik Kershaw
Pop · GB · Active since 1958

Nik Kershaw

Crystalline 80s synth-pop with a hidden jazz-funk heart. Intricately layered melodies and cryptic lyrics for those who like their pop smart and shimmering.

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English singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Nik Kershaw rose to prominence in 1984. Across the decade, he placed eight singles in the UK top 40, including hits like "Wouldn't It Be Good" and "The Riddle." His work spans pop, synth-pop, and new wave, released via labels such as MCA and Ariola. Beyond his solo success, Kershaw performed at Live Aid and composed the 1991 chart-topping track "The One and Only" for Chesney Hawkes.

Our Catalog9 Albums · 1984 · 2020
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