Bananarama is a British female pop trio formed in London in 1981. Known for their distinctive New Wave sound with strong elements of post-disco and pop music, the band was initially composed of friends Sara Dallin, Siobhan Fahey, and Keren Woodward. They achieved significant success with their hit singles such as "Cruel Summer" and "Venus", which have become iconic in the 80s pop music scene. Bananarama's influence is marked by their synthesis of female vocal harmonies and dance-oriented beats, marking them as an integral part of the evolution of pop music.