Despite flopping in the US, 1965’s Tainted Love somehow made its way across seas, gaining a cult following in the UK, leading to the synth-pop duo Soft Cell transforming it into a worldwide hit in 1981.

This week on Under the Covers, Max and Thomas rediscovered the early career of soul and R&B singer Gloria Jones, and the circumstances that led to the release of the original rendition of the now famous song.

You can catch Under the Covers on Friday Drive at 4:30pm.

Artists Featured
Gloria Jones (Uptown, 1965)
Soft Cell (Mercury, 1981)

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