Dave Stewart and Barbara Gaskin are a British pop duo known for their innovative reworkings of classic songs. They emerged in the early 1980s, with Stewart, formerly of the progressive rock bands Hatfield and the North and National Health, contributing keyboard instrumentation, and Gaskin, a former member of the British folk band Spirogyra, providing distinctive vocals. Their cover of "It's My Party" topped the UK Singles Chart in 1981, showcasing their unique style of blending pop, rock, and electronic music. They are recognized for their significant impact on synth-pop and progressive rock genres.