Goombay Dance Band -

is a West German Euro-Caribbean group formed in 1979 by Oliver Bendt . They are best known for their sunny, tropical sound that blended pop, disco, and reggae, yielding massive global hits like "Sun of Jamaica" and "Seven Tears." 🌴 The Origin Story

The group achieved record-breaking success in Europe and the UK during the early 1980s. Spent 9 weeks at #1 in Germany. Sold over 11 million copies worldwide. Defined the "Euro-Caribbean" sound of the era. "Seven Tears" (1981/1982) Reached #1 on the UK Singles Chart for three weeks in 1982. Goombay dance band

The band’s identity was born from a unique cross-cultural mix. is a West German Euro-Caribbean group formed in

"Goombay" refers to a traditional rhythmic musical style from the Bahamas, and specifically a small bay in St. Lucia. Sold over 11 million copies worldwide

A featuring Bendt and three backup performers (often including Wendy Walker and Michael Philips).