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The Cars

The Cars are American New Wave band who rose to fame via their hit album, Heartbeat City.

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About

The Cars were formed in the late 70's by, Ric Ocasek. Other members include Benjamin Orr for bass, Elliott Easton for guitar, Greg Hawkes for keyboard and David Robinson for drum.

In 1976, the group signed a recording contract under Electra Records. They released their self-titled debut album in 1978, which chartered at number three on the Billboard Pop Album chart. Their follow up album, Panorama was released in 1980. The group bought their own studio in Boston and recorded their third album, Shake it Up.

The Cars took a break to concentrate with their solo careers. Two members, Ric Ocasek and Greg Hawkes has released their debut albums.

In 1984, the group was reunited. They released their hit album, Heartbeat City. They also released their last album, Door To Door in 1987 before they were disbanded in 1988.

Awards & Certifications

Certifications

Year RIAA Certification Album
1979 Certified 4x Platinum Candy-O
1984 Certified 4x Platinum Heartbeat City

Chart Toppers

Year Title Billboard Adult Contemporary Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks Billboard Hot 100 Album
1984 Drive 1 9 3 Heartbeat City
1984 Hello Again - 22 30 Heartbeat City
1985 Why Can't I Have You - 11 33 Heartbeat City
1987 You Are The Girl - 2 17 Door To Door

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Tours & Concerts

There are no current tour and concert schedules for The Cars.

Announcements

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Discography

Albums

Singles

Date Title Album
1978 My Bestfriend's Girl The Cars
1978 Good Times Roll The Cars
1979 Double Life Candy-O
1980 Touch and Go Candy-O

Compilations & Live Releases

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Contemporaries

Influences

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