a-ha
a-ha :
Semi-Norwegian 80's band with hits such as "Take On Me" and debut album "Hunting High and Low" both of which reached number two in the UK charts.
The band won numerous awards (though mainly for their videos) and achieved 13 consecutive Top 30 singles. In 1987 they produced the theme tune to the James Bond movies "The Living Daylights".
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The original fiendishly difficult puzzle, invented by Erno Rubik in Hungary and one of the biggest toy crazes ever. In 1982 Hawkin's Bazaar was the first to bring a few cases of the Rubik's Cube to England. Unfortunately 25 years ago we were very small and it wasn't long before a much larger company had the exclusive rights to distribute in the UK. We are very pleased to be offering it again! And now includes a new seven step solution guide.
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About Hawkin's Bazaar
Hawkin's Bazaar has been providing you with unusual gifts, toys and gadgets since 1973. Originally a local toy shop at the Hawk Inn (hence the name), Hawkin's Bazaar now sells things you thought had gone forever and things you never even knew existed. They bring you Pin Art, Morph, Rubik's Cube, Big Trak, Space Hoppers and much more.
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One of the most influential singers and songwriters of his time Bob Dylan has had an immeasurable impact on the world of popular music.
From an early age Dylan (born Robert Allen Zimmerman) learned to play guitar and harmonica and formed his first rock and roll band at high school in Minneapolis. He started performing folk songs in coffee bars as Bob Dylan taking his last name from the poet Dylan Thomas.
In 1962 his first album was released simply entitled "Bob Dylan". The album only featured two original songs but over the years Dylan went on to write a huge number of original songs.
Bob Dylan's lyrics were often winding, introspective and poetic displaying great depth and creativity and won him worldwide acclaim.
Little can be said to do justice to the creative genius of Bob Dylan - the only way to understand is to listen to his music.
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Comments
Morton Harket winked at me! He did. Honest. it was a brief encounter, but I've been a fan ever since. Tasked with getting some good photos of the group by a friend who'd given me her ticket to a Bournemouth concert in the late 80s, I endeavoured to get the ultimate shot. During the encore I slipped down to the front of the concert hall and then took my opportunity but climbing on the arms of an empty chair in the front row. That's when the house lights came on and I was exposed a good metre taller than anyone else! Mr. Harket moved to my side of the stage and I got a terrific shot. I gave him the thumbs up and he winked cheekily. A real AHA moment. I must look the photo out as proof!
Batman 28-Apr-2004, 04:11:12 PM
Morton Harket "WOW" what a complete hunk in that 'Take on me' video. I have a video of a selection of their best hits some are from the 80's so a bit cheesy. Morton has just got the most gorgeous smile though.
Lynn Gardener 02-Jun-2004, 02:45:04 AM
loved aha since i was 12/13 n im 30 now(cough)my music tastes have developed somewhat since then im into rock n metal now but i still love my aha
Charlie-uk 29-Oct-2004, 12:38:23 AM
Oh WOW - those were the day weren't they. Morton got my heart totally (still does if I ever see him on TV) and Mags was the cheeky one and Pal didn't get much attention although he was the "actual" talent (songwriter) - bless. Long Live A-Ha and may your return be huge. Tour please...... big sigh Anyone know of a fansite (UK)?
Vik 13-Apr-2005, 04:02:03 PM
The first time I saw him he took my breath away and that still hasn't changed. He is unique and I look forward to the day he drops on my lap. He is a very beautiful and charismatic man, and I for one treasure him.
Joanna Tierney 25-Apr-2005, 04:44:20 PM
I've just seen 'A-ha's video a few days ago and it was AWESOMEnESS!!! Morton Harket is sooo HOT!! I wish i was born back then...when they were still really famous and had videos and all that playing. Morton morton morton...such a hottie!
giselle 05-May-2005, 09:24:04 AM
The Take on me song and video were my frst encounter with a-ha, and I have stuck to them, since. All through the late nineties, when they did solo projects and continueing now, since they came back together in 2000. One thing : what's with that word: "semi"- Norwegian band ? Other thing: the singers name is not MortOn: it's Morten. :-)
Claudia 12-Jun-2005, 12:03:37 AM
The video for Take on Me is one of the most creative I have ever seen. Back in the day it was "groundbreaking". I wish those 3 had more success and longevity...take care.
Amy 27-Oct-2005, 01:18:35 AM
I love A HA They are really cute boys there was lots of cute boy in the 80s like these ones
Alexandra 05-May-2006, 12:39:29 PM
Hey, didn't anyone take notice of what Claudia wrote? It's not Morton! It's MORTEN!! MORTEN...GET IT RIGHT!! Doesn't it annoy you when people miss spell your name incorrectly!! So spell Morten's name correctly PLEASSSSSSSE It's MORTEN HARKET!! OK!! :-( Well I'm an Australian fan...been a fan for 20 years now and will be a fan for the rest of my life. No one has ever blown me away like a-ha have (and its not because of 'Take on me', or their good looks...but then again they are pretty yummy..lol) A-ha were always seen as that '80's band' or a 'flash in the pan'...but sorry folks, they moved on from what you call "cheesy pop" (but I never felt like that) to writing some brilliant songs in the 90's/2000's such as: ' sycamore leaves', 'Cold as Stone', 'locust', 'Minor Earth, Major Sky', 'lifelines', 'Analogue' (and heaps more) that never made it as big as 'Take on me' (which was never one of their best songs. Great video though). I feel a-ha are one of the most under rated bands in music history.... Even 'the Edge' from 'U2' has said this himself!! The boys also made solo albums too, while Pal (or Paul) went and formed a band called 'Savoy' with his wife Lauren Savoy and friend Frode Unneland. Beside writing music Mags (Magne) is also an artist who has had art exhibitions throughout Norway. Go on... 'Google A-ha' and you'll be surprised what you find on the Norwegian trio. There's hundreds of a-ha fan sites out there. So it shows that they are greatly loved!! My favorite a-ha fan sites are: 'Cold as stone' http://www.cdd.ee/ and the official a-ha fans site 'Minor Earth Forum'. (there are heaps of Uk fans on this site!!)
Penny 30-Aug-2006, 02:19:35 AM
What does it mean by 'Semi Norwegian'? ...a-ha are %100 Norwegian ;-)..... born and raised in Norway and are proud of their country, culture, etc :-)
Penny 30-Aug-2006, 02:27:13 AM
My sister was a big fan of A-Ha. She had posters all over her wall. I kinda like there music as i grew up listening to it coz of my sister .
ceg1108 20-Oct-2007, 06:50:13 PM