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Bend Sinister
Bend Sinister formed in Toronto in 1990 with Chris Hannah on vocals and guitar, Mike Hannay on bass, and James Payment on drums. Their debut album, 'The Edge...
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Bend Sinister formed in Toronto in 1990 with Chris Hannah on vocals and guitar, Mike Hannay on bass, and James Payment on drums. Their debut album, 'The Edge of the World,' came out in 1992 and was noted for its atmospheric sound and introspective lyrics. They put out four more records over the next thirteen years, ending with 'Dying Season' in 2005.
Their music had a moody, textured quality that drew comparisons to bands like The Cure and Joy Division. Songs like 'Got You On My Mind' typified their approach, built around layered guitars and lyrics that dealt with themes of alienation and desire. They never broke through to a wide audience, but developed a dedicated following for that specific sound.
The band called it quits in 2006. They've played some reunion shows since then, and their albums have been reissued, keeping their music available for the fans who still seek it out.
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