"L.A. Women: So far, the Bangles have enjoyed their share of underground credibility, mainstream success, dirty dish, and novelty appeal. Now they want respect. Will they get it?"
December 1988 · Vol. 4, Iss. 9, pg. 50-53+120 · by: Michael Corcoran
Rolling Stone (US)
"California Girls: A Number One single and a platinum album aren't enough to make Bangles happy. They want more- more control, more power, more success."
March 26, 1987 · Iss. 496, pg. 62-64+162-164 · by: Susan Orlean