Atlantic Starr with Evelyn "Champagne" King, Klymaxx, and more

Atlantic Starr, formed in White Plains, NY, was a top '80s urban and adult contemporary group known for hits like "Secret Lovers" and "Always." Rooted in '70s soul and funk, the group saw several lineup changes and collaborated with producers like Bobby Eli and James Carmichael. Achieved cross-genre success, especially with ballads in the late '80s.

Born in Philadelphia, Evelyn "Champagne" King is a pop-R&B singer known for 'Shame,' 'I'm in Love,' and 'Love Come Down.' Her debut album "Smooth Talk" went gold. Collaborating with T. Life, Kashif, and Morrie Brown, she topped R&B charts in the '80s, blending synths and drum machines with her vibrant voice. Throughout her career, she produced nine charting albums and continued performing into the 2020s. Her lasting appeal includes chart presence over three decades and hits like 'The Dance.'

Klymaxx, an all-female band from LA founded by Bernadette Cooper, is famed for hits like "The Men All Pause," "I Miss You," and "Meeting in the Ladies Room." Known for their powerful vocals and comparisons to early Michael Jackson, they collaborated with talents like Babyface and George Clinton. Their successful album included hits "Man Size Love" and "I'd Still Say Yes." Joyce Irby topped the Billboard chart with "Mr. D.J." alongside Doug E. Fresh, while Bernadette Cooper's work was covered by Bette Midler. Featured on VH1's "Bands Reunited," Klymaxx is a celebrated icon in music history.