Throwback Video Of The Week: The Bangles “Walk Like An Egyptian”
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They were known as The Colours in 1981. Then they became The Bangs. However, another group had already using that name, so a couple letters were added and the Bangles were born. The change in spelling worked out nicely for Susanna Hoffs, Debbi Peterson, Vicki Peterson, and Michael Steele.
The Bangles’ second studio album, Different Light, included the band’s first #1 hit, “Walk Like an Egyptian.” The video begins with the Bangles performing the song in concert. That’s followed by scenes of people striking ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic poses on the streets of New York City. Special effects were also used to modify images of Princess Diana, Muammar Gaddafi, and the Statue of Liberty.
Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.
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