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Soft Cell · 1981

Soft Cell

Historical music event in the Radio Music History database.

September 5, 1981Chart⭐⭐⭐⭐

Description

Soft Cell reached number one on the UK singles chart with their electronic version of “Tainted Love,” originally recorded by Gloria Jones in 1964. The duo began a two-week run at the top of the chart.

Related events

  1. Soft CellAugust 13, 1981
    TV⭐⭐⭐
    Soft Cell performed their hit “Tainted Love” on the British television program Top Of The Pops. Marc Almond wore distinctive makeup and jewelry; the appearance created a striking visual style that influenced electronic music and helped pave the way for Culture Club.
  2. Soft CellAugust 29, 1981
    Chart⭐⭐⭐⭐
    Soft Cell reached No. 1 on the UK chart with "Tainted Love".
  3. Soft CellSeptember 3, 1981
    TV⭐⭐⭐⭐
    The techno-pop duo Soft Cell, consisting of Marc Almond and David Ball, appeared on Top of the Pops with their UK No. 1 hit “Tainted Love”. In the US, the song later reached No. 8 and spent 43 weeks on the chart.