01Studio
Recording 'Fantastic' debut album
Wham! recorded their debut album 'Fantastic' in 1983, blending synth-driven pop and dance-oriented sounds.
Artist profile · 06/07/2026
Wham!
Wham! was a British pop duo formed in 1981 in Bushey, Hertfordshire, consisting of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. Known for synth-pop and dance-pop hits, their active years spanned from 1981 to 1986.
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About
Wham!, British pop duo blending synth-pop and dance from the early 80s.
7 original vinyl releases, including 'Fantastic' and 'Make It Big', rare Christmas singles featured.
Wham! emerged in the early 1980s as a British pop duo featuring George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. Their sound mixed dance-pop and synth-pop elements, quickly gaining commercial success. Their discography encompasses several studio albums and notable singles such as "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" and "Last Christmas." They contributed to iconic charity efforts like Band Aid and Live Aid before disbanding in 1986. Following their split, George Michael pursued a successful solo career starting with the 1987 album Faith.
Vinyl collectors can find original pressings of their albums including "Fantastic" (1983) and "Make It Big" (1984), as well as comprehensive singles compilations like "The Singles: Echoes from the Edge of Heaven" (2023).
Discography
Wham! discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Data provided by Discogs
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Signature songs
- 01
Last Christmas - 02Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go
- 03Everything She Wants
- 04Last Christmas - Single Version
- 05Last Christmas - Remastered
- 06Club Tropicana
- 07Freedom
- 08I'm Your Man
Essentials
3 Wham! albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1983Wham!'s debut album featuring early hits like "Young Guns (Go for It!)" that launched their career.
12 tracksVinyl format1983 release
#2 · 1984Their breakthrough second album with chart-topping singles such as "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" and "Careless Whisper."
12 tracksVinyl format1984 release
#3 · 2023A comprehensive singles compilation highlighting their major hits from the 1980s pop duo era.
CompilationVinyl format2023 release
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Wham!
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
02Live Event
1986 Wembley concert finale
Their farewell concert held at Wembley Stadium in 1986 marked the end of Wham!, showcasing their biggest hits live.
03Charity
Participation in Band Aid
Wham! took part in the 1984 Band Aid charity project, contributing to a collective effort to aid famine relief.
"Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" became a defining dance-pop hit for the duo in the mid-80s.— George Michael
05Single
'Last Christmas' seasonal success
The song 'Last Christmas' remains widely played each holiday season, with various vinyl pressings issued since its 1984 release.
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Wham! formed and active?
Wham! was formed in 1981 in Bushey, Hertfordshire, and was active until 1986.
What are Wham!'s most famous vinyl albums?
Key vinyl albums include 'Fantastic' (1983), 'Make It Big' (1984), and the compilation 'The Singles: Echoes from the Edge of Heaven' (2023).
What genres define Wham!'s music style?
Wham! combined pop, synth-pop, dance-pop, and elements of new wave in their sound.
Is Wham! known for any seasonal or holiday music?
The song 'Last Christmas' is a notable seasonal hit, frequently reissued on vinyl and widely played during the holidays.
Where was Wham! originally formed in the United Kingdom?
Wham! originated in Bushey, Hertfordshire, England.
Are there any rare or collectible pressings of Wham! vinyl?
Collectors treasure original pressings from the 1980s, especially early albums and limited-edition holiday singles.
What was Wham!'s final live performance location?
Their final concert took place at Wembley Stadium in London in 1986.
How did George Michael's career evolve post-Wham!?
After Wham! disbanded, George Michael launched a solo career beginning with the album Faith in 1987.
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Sources & method
This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.
Last updated: 06/07/2026