Cutting Crew live on stage (1986) Cutting Crew were a British pop rock band best known for their polished 1980s sound and emotional songwriting. They formed in London in the mid 1980s, led by singer and songwriter Nick Van Eede. Their music blended synth driven pop with rock elements, fitting perfectly into the era’s radio friendly style. The band found major international success with the song I Just Died in Your Arms, which reached number 1 in several countries and became their signature hit.