A post-punk group from Colchester whose atmospheric synth lines and detached vocals gave their music unexpected staying power.
For their atmospheric peak, 'I Melt With You' still holds up. For their earlier post-punk sound, try 'Grief' from 'Mesh & Lace.'
Their 1982 album 'After the Snow' included 'I Melt With You,' a track that became their signature. The song's atmospheric synth lines and Robbie Grey's detached vocal delivery gave it a staying power that went beyond typical post-punk of the era. It wasn't their only strong material, 'Grief' and 'Fin' from their debut 'Mesh & Lace' show the band's earlier, more experimental side.
Modern English formed in Colchester in 1979 with Robbie Grey on vocals and keyboards. They released 'Mesh & Lace' in 1981, then 'After the Snow' in 1982 which contained 'I Melt With You.' After drummer Stephen Walker died in 1989, they continued as a trio for later recordings and tours.
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