The Bangles (May 11, 1986) “The Bangles: Bubbly, Bright Shiny Leads” San Francisco Chronicle

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“The Bangles: Bubbly, Bright Shiny Leads” Publication: San Francisco Chronicle Date: Sunday, May 11, 1986	Feature article previewing The Bangles’ upcoming show at the Warfield Theatre. The piece discusses the band’s rising success with their second album Different Light, the hit single “Manic Monday,” and their blend of pop, rock, and folksy edge.

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The article highlights Vicki Peterson’s songwriting contributions and the band’s comparison to the Go-Go’s or a Beatles revival act. It notes their first album All Over the Place and their growing popularity with bright, harmony-laden pop-rock. This preview appeared just days before their San Francisco concert where Prince made a surprise appearance.	All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.