Artist: Nik Kershaw
Genre: Synth-Pop
Nik Kershaw is a British singer-songwriter who achieved major success in the mid-1980s with his intelligent synth-pop sound. Hits including 'Wouldn't It Be Good,' 'The Riddle,' 'I Won't Let the Sun Go Down on Me,' and 'Human Racing' showcased his melodic gifts and sophisticated production. Kershaw played most instruments on his recordings, demonstrating exceptional musicianship. His music combined electronic textures with genuine songwriting craft. After his performing peak, Kershaw became a successful songwriter for other artists, including Chesney Hawkes' 'I Am the One and Only.' His influence on synth-pop demonstrated that the genre could accommodate genuine musical complexity. Kershaw represented the thoughtful end of 1980s pop.
Nik Kershaw vinyl records (33)
NIK KERSHAW The Riddle (Classic track of the 80s... this 1984 Japanese 7 vinyl single also including Progress with a unique picture insert printed with lyrics on the reverse and opens up to reveal a full colour image of Nik P-1932) Track Listing: 1. The Riddle 2. Progress
£28.00 used
NIK KERSHAW Wide Boy (1984 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single including Extended Mix So Quiet & Shame On You picture sleeve. The sleeve shows little spinewear and light scuffs the vinyl displays just a few light cosmetic scuffs but remains excellent NIKT7)
£12.00 used
NIK KERSHAW When A Heart Beats (Scarce 1986 Japanese wide centred promo sample vinyl 7 for the single release also including Wild Horses. Issued in the Warner group die-cut paper sleeve the vinyl looks barely played and comes with picture insert which has a little foxing evident and has the lyrics printed on the reverse) Track Listing: A1
£17.00 used
NIK KERSHAW Wouldnt It Be Good (1984 Japanese wide centre 7 vinyl single also including Dancing Girls with a unique picture insert printed with lyrics on the reverse. The insert has little age wear with just light signs of handling and the vinyl has minimal signs of play P-1902)
£28.00 used
NIK KERSHAW Dancing Girls (1984 UK 7 vinyl single also including She Cries picture sleeve NIK3) Track Listing: 1. Dancing Girls 2. She Cries
£7.99 used
NIK KERSHAW Wouldnt It Be Good (1984 UK wide centred jukebox only vinyl 7 for the single release also including Monkey Business plain die cut paper sleeve NIK2) Track Listing: 1. Wouldnt It Be Good 2. Monkey Business
£9.00 used
NIK KERSHAW Don Quixote (1985 UK 2-track 7 vinyl single also including Dont Lie glossy picture sleeve NIK8) Track Listing: 1. Don Quixote 2. Dont Lie
£7.99 used
NIK KERSHAW Wide Boy (1985 UK 7 single also including So Quiet picture sleeve NIK7) Track Listing: 1. Wide Boy 2. So Quiet
£9.00 used
NIK KERSHAW The Riddle (1984 UK 7 vinyl single also including a live version of Progress recorded at the Hammersmith Odeon glossy card picture sleeve NIK6) Track Listing: 1. The Riddle 2. Progress
£12.00 used
NIK KERSHAW Radio Musicola (1986 UK injection moulded 7 vinyl single also including L.A.B.A.T.Y.D. Both the picture sleeve and vinyl remain in Excellent condition NIK11) Track Listing: 1. Radio Musicola 2. L.A.B.A.T.Y.D.
£7.99 used