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Goombay Dance Band is a German group formed in 1979 by Oliver Bendt, named after a small bay on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. Their music blends elements of soca, calypso, and western pop. Their 1980 debut album, "Sun of Jamaica," features hits like "Sun of Jamaica" and "Aloha-Oe, Until We Meet Again." In 1982, they topped the UK singles chart with "Seven Tears." The band has received several gold and platinum awards for their recordings and remains a significant part of the pop music scene.