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On this day, 8 December 1982, Toyah, the band fronted by musician, actress, and TV presenter Toyah Willcox played Cardiff’s St David’s Hall.
The band had earlier in the year released The Changeling. The album peaked at number 6 in the UK and included the Top 40 single "Brave New World".
Toyah fronted the band between 1977 and 1983 before embarking on a solo career in the mid-1980s.
At the 1982 BPI/Brit Awards, Toyah was nominated for British Breakthrough Act, and Best Female Solo Artist.
Toyah was nominated a further two times in this category in 1983, and in 1984. Her biggest hits include "It's a Mystery", "Thunder in the Mountains" and "I Want to Be Free".
Band Members
Toyah Willcox vocals,
Joel Bogen guitar& backing vocals,
Phil Spalding bass & backing vocals,
Keith Hale keyboards & backing vocals,
Simon Phillips drums
