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Scandal
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Scandal

Scandal is a new wave artist from United States formed in 1981. 77 releases are catalogued on Riffiter.

New Wave · United States · Best new wave albums

3.5 /5
2 ratings
77
Releases
1982–2026
Active years
1981
Formed

Discography

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ECHO cover3.5

Most popular

ECHO

2026 · 9 tracks

Singles & EPs

58

Live & compilations

2

Community

More about Scandal

About

Guitarist Zack Smith formed the mainstream pop/rock band Scandal after playing in various groups, including ones that featured Dee Murray and Davey Johnson of the Elton John band. Scandal's lineup was secured in 1982, with the addition of vocalist Patty Smyth; the rest of the band included bassist Ivan Elias, guitarist Keith Mack, keyboardist Benji King, and drummer Frankie La Rocka. After opening for acts like the Kinks and Hall & Oates, the band released their debut single, "Goodbye to You," in 1982; their self-titled debut album followed soon afterward. The Warrior was released two years later. The title track was a Top Ten hit and the album went platinum. However, Smyth left for a solo career the following year, causing the band to break up.

Scandal in brief

How many Scandal releases are on Riffiter?
77 releases are catalogued, spanning 1982 to 2026.
When was Scandal formed?
Scandal formed in 1981, in United States.
What genre is Scandal?
Scandal is catalogued under New Wave.
What is the most recent Scandal release on Riffiter?
ECHO, released in 2026.

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