Hue and Cry and Summer Nights

Scottish duo Hue & Cry, from Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, rose in the late '80s with blue-eyed soul hits like "Labour of Love." Their albums Remote and Bitter Suite were chart-toppers. They experimented with jazz and collaborated with Richard Niles. Lost a Popstars contest to Shakin' Stevens, but supported Jamie Cullum and Al Green. Albums like Hot Wire and Pocketful of Stones reflect evolving sounds and Sinatra's influence.