Whatever Happened To The C86 Kids?

In the mid-1980s, the C86 cassette compilation introduced the world to a new generation of British indie bands. Featuring the likes of The Pastels, Primal Scream, and The Wedding Present, C86 helped to define the sound of the decade. But what happened to these bands after the initial buzz died down?

Whatever Happened To The C86 Kids is an oral history of the indie revolution, told by the people who were there. The book features interviews with over 50 musicians, journalists, and label owners, who share their memories of the C86 era and its aftermath.

The book is a fascinating look at a unique moment in music history. It's a must-read for fans of indie music, and for anyone who wants to learn more about the bands that helped to shape the sound of the 1980s.

Whatever Happened to the C86 Kids?: An Indie Odyssey

by Jonathan D. Green

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1836 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Print length	:	423 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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The C86 Scene

The C86 scene emerged in the mid-1980s, as a reaction to the dominance of mainstream pop music. Bands like The Pastels, Primal Scream, and The Wedding Present drew inspiration from the DIY ethos of punk, but they also had a love of melody and pop hooks.

The C86 sound was characterized by its jangly guitars, catchy melodies, and often introspective lyrics. It was a sound that was both fresh and familiar, and it quickly found an audience among music fans who were looking for something different.

The C86 scene was centered around the Rough Trade record label, which released the original C86 cassette compilation in 1986. Rough Trade was a home to some of the most innovative and exciting bands of the era, and it played a major role in popularizing the C86 sound.

The Legacy of C86

The C86 scene had a profound impact on the development of indie music. It helped to establish the idea that indie bands could be successful without compromising their artistic integrity. It also inspired a new generation of musicians to pick up their guitars and start making music.

The legacy of C86 can be heard in the music of bands like The Smiths, The Stone Roses, and Blur. These bands all drew inspiration from the C86 sound, and they helped to make indie music a mainstream force.

The C86 Kids Today

The C86 bands may not be as popular as they once were, but they continue to make music and inspire new generations of fans. Many of the bands from the C86 scene are still active today, and they continue to release new music that is as fresh and exciting as it was in the 1980s.

Whatever Happened To The C86 Kids is a fascinating look at a unique moment in music history. It's a must-read for fans of indie music, and for anyone who wants to learn more about the bands that helped to shape the sound of the 1980s.

Whatever Happened to the C86 Kids?: An Indie Odyssey

by Jonathan D. Green

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1836 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Print length	:	423 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE