Marc Almond is not your average 80s pop icon. He stands out from the crowd with his prestigious OBE and a diverse range of accomplishments. Not only has he survived a life-threatening motorbike crash, but he also actively supports the brain-trauma charity Headway. In addition, Almond has collaborated with avant-garde legends including Current 93 and Coil, solidifying his status as a trailblazer among LGBTQ+ musicians throughout history. While best known for his work with Soft Cell, particularly their debut album Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret, which offered a darker alternative to the popular New Romantic scene at the time, Almond’s success extends far beyond that era. His massive hits like “Tainted Love,” “Torch,” and “Say Hello, Wave Goodbye” merely scratched the surface of his talent. With an impressive discography of over 20 solo albums released over a remarkable five-decade career, Almond continues to captivate audiences worldwide.