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Mark Stewart & The Maffia
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Mark Stewart started out in Bristol in 1978 with The Pop Group - an out-there, genre-busting band whose titles (such as "For How Much … read moreMark Stewart started out in Bristol in 1978 with The Pop Group - an out-there, genre-busting band whose titles (such as "For How Much Longer Do We Tolerate Mass Murder?"), political conviction1, disrespect for copyright2 and wi… read moreMark Stewart started out in Bristol in 1978 with The Pop Group - an out-there, genre-busting band whose titles (such as "For How Much Longer Do We Tolerate Mass Murder?"), political conviction1, disrespect for copyright2 and willingness to collaborate3 laid the foundations for his later… read more
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Biting Tongues
9,212 listeners
Biting Tongues was formed when Tony Wilson's Factory Club in Manchester offered an open invitation to experiment, which was taken up w… read moreBiting Tongues was formed when Tony Wilson's Factory Club in Manchester offered an open invitation to experiment, which was taken up when Ken Hollings, Howard Walmsley, Eddie Sherwood and a few others decided to make some noise to a… read moreBiting Tongues was formed when Tony Wilson's Factory Club in Manchester offered an open invitation to experiment, which was taken up when Ken Hollings, Howard Walmsley, Eddie Sherwood and a few others decided to make some noise to accompany their 16mm silent epic Biting Tongues. A further pe… read more
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Circle X
5,095 listeners
Circle X are a No Wave/art-rock band that began in the late 70s in Louisville, KY. They formed out of the two punk bands The I-Holes and N… read moreCircle X are a No Wave/art-rock band that began in the late 70s in Louisville, KY. They formed out of the two punk bands The I-Holes and No Fun, the latter of which was the first punk rock band ever formed in Louisville. Soon after for… read moreCircle X are a No Wave/art-rock band that began in the late 70s in Louisville, KY. They formed out of the two punk bands The I-Holes and No Fun, the latter of which was the first punk rock band ever formed in Louisville. Soon after forming they relocated to New York City and were part of the sa… read more
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Music For Pleasure
4,701 listeners
Founded in Leeds circa 1979 by David Whitaker (Keyboards),Alan Peace (vocals) Martin King (Bass) and Sean Wheatley (Drums). They were origi… read moreFounded in Leeds circa 1979 by David Whitaker (Keyboards),Alan Peace (vocals) Martin King (Bass) and Sean Wheatley (Drums). They were originaly signed to Rockburgh records and recorded "The Human Factor" for the Northern Bands … read moreFounded in Leeds circa 1979 by David Whitaker (Keyboards),Alan Peace (vocals) Martin King (Bass) and Sean Wheatley (Drums). They were originaly signed to Rockburgh records and recorded "The Human Factor" for the Northern Bands compilation " Hicks from the Sticks " put together… read more
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Boots for Dancing
2,736 listeners
Boots for Dancing are a post-punk band from Edinburgh, Scotland, active between 1979 and 1982. The band was formed in late 1979 by Dave Carson (vocals), Graeme High (guitar), Dougie Barrie (bass), and Stuart Wright (drums). Between li… read moreBoots for Dancing are a post-punk band from Edinburgh, Scotland, active between 1979 and 1982. The band was formed in late 1979 by Dave Carson (vocals), Graeme High (guitar), Dougie Barrie (bass), and Stuart Wright (drums). Between line-up changes, the band recorded two sessions for John Peel&… read more
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48 chairs
2,159 listeners
48 Chairs was a post-punk band from Manchester, UK. One of its members (possibly its only core member) was John Scott, who was involved with Manchester artists John Cooper Clarke and Jilted John, and was one half of Gerry & The Holog… read more48 Chairs was a post-punk band from Manchester, UK. One of its members (possibly its only core member) was John Scott, who was involved with Manchester artists John Cooper Clarke and Jilted John, and was one half of Gerry & The Holograms. 48 Chairs released the 7" single "Snap It Ar… read more
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Rip Rig & Panic
12,315 listeners
Rip Rig + Panic was a post-punk band, founded in Bristol in 1981. It was named after a jazz album of the same name by Rahsaan Roland Kirk. … read moreRip Rig + Panic was a post-punk band, founded in Bristol in 1981. It was named after a jazz album of the same name by Rahsaan Roland Kirk. Its members included singer Neneh Cherry, Sean Oliver, Mark Springer, and Gareth Sager and Bruce S… read moreRip Rig + Panic was a post-punk band, founded in Bristol in 1981. It was named after a jazz album of the same name by Rahsaan Roland Kirk. Its members included singer Neneh Cherry, Sean Oliver, Mark Springer, and Gareth Sager and Bruce Smith - the latter two formerly of The Pop Group. The group s… read more
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Mothmen
651 listeners
The Mothmen were a short-lived post-punk band from England, formed around 1979 by Dave Rowbotham, Chris Joyce and Tony Bowers, shortly aft… read moreThe Mothmen were a short-lived post-punk band from England, formed around 1979 by Dave Rowbotham, Chris Joyce and Tony Bowers, shortly after they left The Durutti Column, including ex-Alberto Y Lost Trios Paranoias singer Bob Harding. I… read moreThe Mothmen were a short-lived post-punk band from England, formed around 1979 by Dave Rowbotham, Chris Joyce and Tony Bowers, shortly after they left The Durutti Column, including ex-Alberto Y Lost Trios Paranoias singer Bob Harding. In 1979, they released their debut single on Absurd Records, … read more
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London Underground
4,253 listeners
There are at least two bands/acts called London Underground. 1. London Underground was a British post-punk / reggae band active, roughly, f… read moreThere are at least two bands/acts called London Underground. 1. London Underground was a British post-punk / reggae band active, roughly, from 1980 to 1983 or 1984. In their four or so years of existence, like all On-U 'bands' … read moreThere are at least two bands/acts called London Underground. 1. London Underground was a British post-punk / reggae band active, roughly, from 1980 to 1983 or 1984. In their four or so years of existence, like all On-U 'bands' of the time, the line-up was fluid, but retained a focus aro… read more
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Gordons
7,156 listeners
The Gordons hailed from Christchurch New Zealand in the late 70's. Back then, Christchurch was a musically isolated place which is rel… read moreThe Gordons hailed from Christchurch New Zealand in the late 70's. Back then, Christchurch was a musically isolated place which is relected in the unique sounding bands that rose to prominence in the city during this time. You can p… read moreThe Gordons hailed from Christchurch New Zealand in the late 70's. Back then, Christchurch was a musically isolated place which is relected in the unique sounding bands that rose to prominence in the city during this time. You can particularly hear it in the extremely heavy, original sound o… read more