#1 · 1983
Wham!'s debut album featuring early hits like "Young Guns (Go for It!)" that launched their career.
12 tracksVinyl format1983 release
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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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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).
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Wham!'s career.
01
Last Christmas
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02
Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go
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03
Everything She Wants
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04
Last Christmas - Single Version
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05
Last Christmas - Remastered
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06
Club Tropicana
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07
Freedom
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08
I'm Your Man
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The essentials
The 3 Wham! albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1984
Their breakthrough second album with chart-topping singles such as "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" and "Careless Whisper."
12 tracksVinyl format1984 release
#3 · 2023
A comprehensive singles compilation highlighting their major hits from the 1980s pop duo era.
CompilationVinyl format2023 release
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Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Wham!
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" became a defining dance-pop hit for the duo in the mid-80s.— George Michael
01Studio
Recording 'Fantastic' debut album
Wham! recorded their debut album 'Fantastic' in 1983, blending synth-driven pop and dance-oriented sounds.
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.
04Single
'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: Wham! on physical formats
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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Last updated: 06/07/2026