Katrina and the Waves, an English-American rock band, formed in Cambridge, England, in 1981. The group quickly gained recognition for their upbeat brand of pop-rock music that blended elements of new wave and 60s rock. They are best known for their international hit "Walking on Sunshine," a joyous anthem that has become an enduring classic since its release in 1985. The charismatic Katrina Leskanich, the band's frontwoman, leads with her powerful vocals, alongside guitarist Kimberley Rew, who also served as the principal songwriter, bassist Vince de la Cruz, and drummer Alex Cooper.

Emerging from the remnants of the band The Waves, they released their self-titled debut album "Katrina and the Waves" in 1983, which showcased their pop-rock prowess. However, their rise to fame was cemented with their follow-up albums, "Katrina and the Waves 2" in 1984, and the eponymous "Katrina and the Waves" in 1985, the latter featuring "Walking on Sunshine," which became their signature song and a global success. The band further etched their name in music history by winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1997 with "Love Shine a Light." Despite their Eurovision win in the late '90s, the band chose to disband in 1999, leaving behind a legacy defined by feel-good music that captured the spirit of the 1980s. Katrina Leskanich continues to perform and has released various versions and remixes of their quintessential hit, ensuring that "Walking on Sunshine" continues to spread its infectious joy to new generations of listeners.

Genres

New Wave Pop

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Latest Release

Walking On Sunshine (Sped Up)

Katrina & The Waves

Single - Released October 21, 2023