Hanker

Hanker formed in the late 1980s, a time when social and political tensions were running high. Their debut album featured the track 'United We Stand, Divided We Fall,' which became something of a rallying cry for listeners looking for music that spoke to those divisions. The band's lyrics often addressed social justice themes, which sometimes drew criticism from more conservative corners.

Sarah Jones handled lead vocals and songwriting, with Peter Carter on guitar, Michael Harrison on bass, and David Martin on drums. Their sound had a rhythmic foundation with soulful elements, heard on songs like 'Ad Patres' and 'Behind The Curtain.' They followed their debut with albums like 'Bridge Over Troubled Waters' and 'One World,' continuing to explore themes of unity and solidarity through tracks such as 'Bloodbath In Heaven' and 'Cradle Of The Night.'

For many fans, Hanker's music provided anthems that felt connected to broader social movements. Songs like 'Confidence Man' and 'Dead As The Night' carried that same direct, plainspoken quality that defined much of their work.