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Remember Climie Fisher? Here’s what lead singer Simon Climie is up to now

The pair met at the famous Abbey Road Studios where they were booked into the same demo session

THEY were the leather jacket-clad duo who created an array of 80s pop classics including Love Changes Everything and Rise to the Occasion.

Climie Fisher featured vocalist Simon Climie and former Naked Eyes keyboardist Rob Fisher.

 Climie Fisher were responsible for a number of 80s pop hits including Love Changes Everything
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Climie Fisher were responsible for a number of 80s pop hits including Love Changes EverythingCredit: Getty Images

The pair met at the famous Abbey Road Studios where they were booked into the same demo session.

After hitting it off – reportedly bonding over their love of The Beatles – they decided to form a band together.

Their first album, titled Everything, was a hit and charted at number 14 in the UK.

 Climie Fisher formed after meeting at Abbey Road Studios
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Climie Fisher formed after meeting at Abbey Road StudiosCredit: Getty Images

However their second, Coming In For The Kill, didn't fare as well and came in at a disappointing number 45.

Shortly after this flop, the pair decided to split up.

Rob remained in the music industry and went on to co-write Rick Astley’s song Cry For Help.

He also contributed to his albums, Free and Body & Soul.

 Simon Climie went on to produce hits for Eric Clapton and Eternal
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Simon Climie went on to produce hits for Eric Clapton and EternalCredit: Redferns

Sadly Rob died in 1999 during surgery for bowel cancer.

But what happened to Simon?

The curly haired singer stepped away from the mic and began working as a producer.

He has worked with a variety of artists including Louise Redknapp, Eternal, MN8, Five Star and Eric Clapton - for which he was awarded a Grammy.

Simon released a solo album and single, both titled Soul Inspiration, in 1992.

In 2009 he produced album by American idol winner Taylor Hicks, called The Distance.

Meanwhile, 80s trio Bananarama caused a stir earlier this week after revealing they have decided to reunite after a 29 year hiatus.