the Wedding Present
UK
Formed: 1985
Genres: Pop/Rock
Styles: Alternative/Indie Rock, Post-Punk, Punk/New Wave, Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, C-86, College Rock, Indie Pop
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Emerging in the wake of the Smiths' demise as the U.K.'s most successful indie pop band during the late '80s, the Wedding Present were founded in Leeds, England, in 1985. Formed from the ashes of the short-lived Lost Pandas, the Weddoes (as they were affectionately dubbed by fans) were essentially the vehicle of singer/songwriter David Gedge, the only constant member throughout the group's tumultuous history. Initially rounded out by guitarist Peter Solowka, bassist Keith Gregory, and drummer Shaun Charman, the fledgling band quickly won a loya...
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