Wendy Mae Chambers | nl

If timing is truly everything, then the Wendys had the misfortune of releasing their debut album shortly before the collapse of their record label, U.K. indie powerhouse Factory. Comprised of John Renton (vocals), Ian White (guitar), Johnny MacArthur (drums), and Arthur Renton (bass), the Wendys rode on a wave of critical acclaim -- and the usual hype from Factory's Tony Wilson -- when they emerged from Edinburgh, Scotland, in the early '90s. As the hysteria created by the Stone Roses and Happy Mondays began to dwindle, the Wendys were voted into "next big thing" status. Superstar producer Ian Broudie produced...

Wendy Orlean Williams (May 28, 1949 – April 6, 1998), better known as Wendy O. Williams, was the lead singer for the punk band the Plasmatics, whose stage theatrics included blowing up equipment, near nudity and chain-sawing guitars. Dubbed "The Queen of Shock Rock," Williams was widely considered the most controversial and radical woman singer of her day. She often sported a trademark Mohawk haircut. Williams was nominated in 1985 for a Grammy in the Best Female Rock Vocal category during the height of her band's popularity. Her onstage antics, both solo and with the Plasmatics, earned her a reputation....

Wendy Matthews (b. 1960 in Montreal, Canada) is an Australian-based adult alternative pop singer. In a career that has earned her three platinum albums and no less than seven ARIA awards, numerous hit singles and one of the strongest live followings in Australia, the facts speak for themselves. One ingredient always remains constant - the exquisite voice that is the essence of this unique and outstanding singer, songwriter and performer, whose depth of talent and heartfelt spirit has earned her a respect and an audience equalled by few. .