Klymaxx stands out in the music world as an all-female band that broke through in the early 1980s, a rarity in the domain of funk and R&B. The group, formed in Los Angeles by drummer Bernadette Cooper, quickly garnered attention with their combination of sultry vocals, powerful grooves, and self-produced music. Klymaxx’s lineup varied over the years, but key members included Cooper, Lorena Porter Shelby, Cheryl Cooley, Robbin Grider, Lynn Malsby, and Joyce Irby, each contributing to the band's distinctive sound.

Their commercial peak came in the mid-80s with hits like "The Men All Pause" and "Meeting in the Ladies Room," songs that fused funk's punch with the danceable hooks of pop music. Klymaxx's deeply emotional ballad "I Miss You" climbed the charts in 1985, showing off the band’s versatility and heart. While the group's visibility dwindled in the 1990s, they continued performing and recording, delivering new music and revisiting their classics for devoted fans. With re-recorded tracks like "I Miss You (Ultimate Re-Record)" and new material such as "Indiana Joan & the Lost Ballads," Klymaxx has sustained their legacy, celebrating their distinctive place in music history and keeping the connection with their audience strong. Their recent forays into holiday music with "Christmas Time Is Here" and "I Love Christmas" show the band's continued evolution and their ability to traverse different genres while maintaining their iconic sound.

Genres

Contemporary R&b

Minneapolis Sound

New Jack Swing

Quiet Storm

Urban Contemporary

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Latest Release

I Miss You (Salsa Mix)

Klymaxx

Single - Released April 26, 2024