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Morrissey's favourite group of 1985...
Formed in 1983, The June Brides had a major influence on the C86 type bands that followed in their wake. This was their only LP. It topped the Independent Albums Chart for a month and remained in the charts for 38 weeks.
Formed in 1983, The June Brides had a major influence on the C86 type bands that followed in their wake. This was their only LP. It topped the Independent Albums Chart for a month and remained in the charts for 38 weeks.
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Phil Wilson- vocals, guitar
Simon Beesley- guitar, vocals
Ade Carter- bass
Brian Alexis- drums
Frank Sweeney- viola & organ
Jon Hunter-trumpet
Read a good article by Dave Eggers on the June Brides and Phil Wilson here...