Waaktaar & Zoe is a Norwegian pop duo that formed in 1992, originally consisting of Magne Furuholmen and Pål Waaktaar-Savoy, both former members of a-ha. The Dutch vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Zoe Van Der Kolk joined in 2000, completing the lineup that would record together for years.
Their debut album 'Waaktaar & Zoe' came out in 1992, followed by 'Red' in 1993, 'Maiden Voyage' in 1994, and 'Contact' in 1998. Songs like 'Open Face' and 'Beautiful Burnout' show their melodic pop style with emotional lyrics.
Pål Waaktaar-Savoy's depression led him to withdraw from part of their 2005 tour, which affected the band's momentum at the time.
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