Lene Lovich

Lene Lovich, born Lili-Marlene Premilovich on March 30, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, is an American-British singer and songwriter who emerged as a prominent figure in the new wave music scene. She captivated audiences with her unique sound and style, first gaining widespread recognition in 1979 with her hit single 'Lucky Number,' which soared to number three on the UK Singles Chart.

At the age of thirteen, Lovich relocated to England, where she met guitarist and songwriter Les Chappell, who would become both her long-time collaborator and life partner. Her artistic journey began with a passion for art and theatre, leading her to enroll at the Central School of Art and Design, where she also took saxophone lessons. In 1975, she joined the band the Diversions, and shortly thereafter, she penned the lyrics for Cerrone's single 'Supernature.'

After the Diversions disbanded, Lovich sought new musical opportunities and connected with radio presenter Charlie Gillett. This collaboration led to a demo recording of 'I Think We're Alone Now,' which caught the attention of Dave Robinson at Stiff Records, resulting in her signing with the label. Her debut studio album, 'Stateless,' released in 1978, featured the iconic single 'Lucky Number.'

Following her initial success, Lovich released two more albums, 'Flex' in 1979 and 'No Man's Land' in 1982, both under Stiff Records. In 1989, she independently released 'March' before taking a fifteen-year hiatus to focus on her family. However, she made a triumphant return in 2005 with the album 'Shadows and Dust.' In 2013, Lovich established her own publishing label, Flex Music, and released a limited edition box set containing re-mastered versions of her previous albums.