Nu Shooz

Portland-based husband and wife duo, Valerie Day and John Smith. Their '86 album Poolside launched them into the forefront of west coast Rhythm and Blues.
"Point of No Return":

"I Can't Wait":

Civil Attack

Steve Washingon, Shiela Horne-Washington, and Marc Hicks with this 1983 track "One Love":

Plaisir

french funkiness, "Visa Pour Aimer" (1984):

Roger Troutman

"Emotions" from Bridging the Gap (1991):

Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle

a nice R&B groove from 1985. stay tuned for a brief interview..."hey, what a team!"