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Jesse Garon & The Desperadoes
3,132 listeners
Formed from around, and within, the Edinburgh indie-pop scene of the mid 1980's, Jesse Garon & The Desperadoes had a distinctive g… read moreFormed from around, and within, the Edinburgh indie-pop scene of the mid 1980's, Jesse Garon & The Desperadoes had a distinctive guitar-jangle sound with male and female vocals. The band took their name from Elvis Presley's… read moreFormed from around, and within, the Edinburgh indie-pop scene of the mid 1980's, Jesse Garon & The Desperadoes had a distinctive guitar-jangle sound with male and female vocals. The band took their name from Elvis Presley's stillborn twin brother, Jesse Garon Presley. This initial l… read more
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Remember Fun
3,290 listeners
In the late eighties Remember Fun where very well known the length and breadth of the UK via various compilation records and tapes and the … read moreIn the late eighties Remember Fun where very well known the length and breadth of the UK via various compilation records and tapes and the 1987 flexi disc release of "Hey Hey Hate" via "Are You Scared to Get Happy" fa… read moreIn the late eighties Remember Fun where very well known the length and breadth of the UK via various compilation records and tapes and the 1987 flexi disc release of "Hey Hey Hate" via "Are You Scared to Get Happy" fanzine. Remember Fun where formed in 1986 when a group of fri… read more
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This Poison!
6,521 listeners
This Poison! hailed from Perth, Scotland, formed in 1986 disbanded in 1988. 2 singles on the Wedding Presents Reception Records and 1 sessi… read moreThis Poison! hailed from Perth, Scotland, formed in 1986 disbanded in 1988. 2 singles on the Wedding Presents Reception Records and 1 session for the late great John Peel. The band members now scattered to the 4 corners of the world, Lon… read moreThis Poison! hailed from Perth, Scotland, formed in 1986 disbanded in 1988. 2 singles on the Wedding Presents Reception Records and 1 session for the late great John Peel. The band members now scattered to the 4 corners of the world, London (Dek & Lites), Edinburgh (Steve) & Calgary (Saig… read more
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The Nivens
2,251 listeners
The Nivens were an indiepop sensation from Northumberland in the north-east of England. They were active from 1987 to 1990 and released a flexi and 2 singles. Their debut single Yesterday was originally released on the Woosh label in January 1989 (reaching the indie top 10) and was recently re-re… read more
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Hurrah!
8,208 listeners
Originally known as the Green-Eyed Children, Hurrah! consisted of Paul Handyside (b. 28 September 1960, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear,… read moreOriginally known as the Green-Eyed Children, Hurrah! consisted of Paul Handyside (b. 28 September 1960, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, England; guitar/vocals), David 'Taffy' Hughes (b. 16 March 1961, Southmoor, Northumberl… read moreOriginally known as the Green-Eyed Children, Hurrah! consisted of Paul Handyside (b. 28 September 1960, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, England; guitar/vocals), David 'Taffy' Hughes (b. 16 March 1961, Southmoor, Northumberland, England; guitar/vocals), David Porthouse (b. 17 August … read more
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The Siddeleys
13,464 listeners
Jangle pop cult heroes the Siddeleys formed in London in the spring of 1986 after singer/guitarist Johnny Johnson gave a tape of her home-r… read moreJangle pop cult heroes the Siddeleys formed in London in the spring of 1986 after singer/guitarist Johnny Johnson gave a tape of her home-recorded songs to fellow guitarist Allan Kingdom. After posting flyers seeking rhythm section recru… read moreJangle pop cult heroes the Siddeleys formed in London in the spring of 1986 after singer/guitarist Johnny Johnson gave a tape of her home-recorded songs to fellow guitarist Allan Kingdom. After posting flyers seeking rhythm section recruits in the Rough Trade Shop, the Ladbroke Grove club Bay 63,… read more
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Big Flame
12,322 listeners
Children of anti-rockist post-punk bands like the Pop Group, Josef K, and Gang of Four, Manchester, England's bIG fLAME was a self-pro… read moreChildren of anti-rockist post-punk bands like the Pop Group, Josef K, and Gang of Four, Manchester, England's bIG fLAME was a self-proclaimed "tense and quirky three-piece pop group," combining the restless talents of bass… read moreChildren of anti-rockist post-punk bands like the Pop Group, Josef K, and Gang of Four, Manchester, England's bIG fLAME was a self-proclaimed "tense and quirky three-piece pop group," combining the restless talents of bassist/vocalist Alan Brown, guitarist Greg O'Keefe, and dr… read more
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The Morrisons
1,460 listeners
The Morrisons are from Torquay in Devon and were originally formed in 1986 by Phil and Ian who were both originally inspired to play guitar… read moreThe Morrisons are from Torquay in Devon and were originally formed in 1986 by Phil and Ian who were both originally inspired to play guitar by the arrival of punk in the mid 70’s and both shared a love of 60’s music and decent tunes. Mos… read moreThe Morrisons are from Torquay in Devon and were originally formed in 1986 by Phil and Ian who were both originally inspired to play guitar by the arrival of punk in the mid 70’s and both shared a love of 60’s music and decent tunes. Most of the original members of the band had previously played … read more
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The Jasmine Minks
11,710 listeners
Formed in early-‘80s London, the band were initially a trio centred around singer Jim Shepherd. After sending a demo tape to Melody Maker, … read moreFormed in early-‘80s London, the band were initially a trio centred around singer Jim Shepherd. After sending a demo tape to Melody Maker, the band were recruited by Alan McGee to record for the fledgling Creation label. Their self-title… read moreFormed in early-‘80s London, the band were initially a trio centred around singer Jim Shepherd. After sending a demo tape to Melody Maker, the band were recruited by Alan McGee to record for the fledgling Creation label. Their self-titled debut album was released in 1985, and in 1986 the band rec… read more
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Big Red Bus
1,009 listeners
Coming from the North West, this lot had the audacity to offload an LP and two singles upon a slumbering public. In 1993 the wheels came of… read moreComing from the North West, this lot had the audacity to offload an LP and two singles upon a slumbering public. In 1993 the wheels came off this bus and the conductor jumped ship but let their slim legacy find a route to your heart, bar… read moreComing from the North West, this lot had the audacity to offload an LP and two singles upon a slumbering public. In 1993 the wheels came off this bus and the conductor jumped ship but let their slim legacy find a route to your heart, barring the last single which sounds like they sat in a Petri d… read more