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Siouxsie Sioux

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Siouxsie Sioux (born Susan Janet Ballion in 1957) is an English singer and the frontwoman of Siouxsie and the Banshees, the band she co-founded in 1976 shortly after appearing at the 100 Club Punk Festival. Across albums such as The Scream (1978), Kaleidoscope (1980), and A Kiss in the Dreamhouse (1982), the band helped shape post-punk and gothic rock through singles including 'Hong Kong Garden,' 'Spellbound,' and 'Cities in Dust.' She also recorded with the Creatures, a side project with Banshees drummer Budgie.

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What band is Siouxsie Sioux the lead singer of?

Siouxsie Sioux is the lead singer and frontwoman of the influential post-punk band Siouxsie and the Banshees, which she co-founded in 1976. She also formed the side project The Creatures with Banshees drummer Budgie.

Was Siouxsie Sioux part of the original punk movement?

Yes, Siouxsie Sioux was a prominent figure in the original UK punk rock movement, notably appearing at the 100 Club Punk Festival in London in 1976. Before forming her own band, she was part of the infamous "Bromley Contingent" of Sex Pistols fans.

What are Siouxsie and the Banshees' most famous songs?

Siouxsie and the Banshees are best known for songs like "Hong Kong Garden," "Cities in Dust," and their cover of The Beatles' "Dear Prudence." "Hong Kong Garden" was their debut single released in 1978 and immediately established their unique sound.

Did Siouxsie and the Banshees play on the 'Batman Returns' soundtrack?

Yes, Siouxsie and the Banshees contributed the song "Face to Face" to the 1992 'Batman Returns' movie soundtrack. The song was written specifically for the film by Siouxsie Sioux and guitarist John Valentine Carruthers.