Wang Chung emerged in London in 1980 as a British new wave band which became famous for their dance rock and synth-pop music that shaped the majority of 1980s musical trends. Jack Hues and Nick Feldman formed the founding elements of the band by creating music that united memorable melodies with modern electronic production which attracted numerous fans.

The album "Points on the Curve" (1983) established Wang Chung as a major band when it produced the successful singles "Dance Hall Days" and "Don't Let Go" which received heavy airplay on MTV and radio.