Squeeze and Boy George

Squeeze, formed in 1974 by Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook, is a British pop band famous for hits like "Tempted" and "Cool for Cats." Influenced by the Beatles and the Kinks, they earned acclaim with clever lyrics and catchy tunes, despite limited U.S. success. Known for albums like "East Side Story," their 1987 single "Hourglass" reached the U.S. Top 20. The band's core pairing was likened to Lennon and McCartney. Collaborations included Jools Holland and Elvis Costello, cementing their status as pop pioneers. Their compilation "Singles 45's and Under" went platinum.

Boy George, born in Kent, England, gained fame with Culture Club in the 1980s, with hits like "Do You Really Want to Hurt Me" and "Karma Chameleon." Known for his androgynous style, he also had solo success with "The Crying Game." He battled addiction but thrived as a DJ and in theater, earning Tony nominations for Taboo. Culture Club reunited in 2018, returning to the UK Top 20.