Artist: Holly Johnson
Genre: Synth-Pop
Holly Johnson is a British singer and artist best known as the lead vocalist of Frankie Goes to Hollywood, one of the most controversial and successful bands of the 1980s. The band's debut singles 'Relax' and 'Two Tribes' both reached number one in the UK, with 'Relax' becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time after initial BBC bans due to its suggestive content. After Frankie's dissolution, Johnson launched a successful solo career with the album 'Blast' and the hit 'Americanos.' His flamboyant persona and distinctive voice made him an iconic figure of 1980s pop culture. Johnson later revealed his HIV-positive status and became an advocate for AIDS awareness. His influence on synth-pop, his challenge to censorship, and his role as an openly gay pop star made him a significant cultural figure.
Holly Johnson vinyl records (24)
HOLLY JOHNSON Love Train (1989 UK wide-centred 7 vinyl single also including Murder In Paradise picture sleeve)
£7.99 used
HOLLY JOHNSON Love Train (1989 UK wide centre 7 vinyl single also including Murder In Paradise. The glossy flipback style picture sleeve displays just a little light wear and the vinyl looks barely played MCA1306) Track Listing: 1. Love Train 2. Murder In Paradise
£9.00 used
HOLLY JOHNSON Blast (35th Anniversary 2023 UK/EU Indie Store Exclusive 10-track limited edition LP pressed on Red Hot Vinyl a first pressing of just 1500 copies worldwide. Originally releasedin 1989 Hollys debut solo studio album includes the hit singles Love Train Americanos Atomic City and Heavens Here
£29.99 new
HOLLY JOHNSON Blast (35th Anniversary 2023 UK/EU Indie Store Exclusive 10-track limited edition LP pressed on Red Hot Vinyl a first pressing of just 1500 copies worldwide. Originally released in 1989 Hollys debut solo studio album includes the hit singles Love Train Americanos Atomic City and Heavens Here
£55.99 used