Pulp

Pulp formed in Sheffield in the late 1970s, though they didn't find wider recognition until the mid-1990s. Their 1994 album 'His 'n' Hers' brought them into the spotlight, anchored by 'Common People,' a song that captured a particular moment in British culture with its sharp observations about class and aspiration. Jarvis Cocker's distinctive voice and lyrical perspective became central to the band's identity.

Their follow-up, 1995's 'Different Class,' solidified their position. The album included tracks like 'Sorted For E's And Wizz' and 'Mile End,' which continued their knack for detailed, sometimes wry storytelling set against catchy, guitar-driven arrangements. The band's sound drew from glam and post-punk, but it always felt distinctly their own.

Pulp's later work, like 1998's 'This Is Hardcore,' took a darker, more cinematic turn. Songs such as 'Cocaine Socialism' reflected a more disillusioned mood. The band's lineup included core members like Candida Doyle on keyboards and Nick Banks on drums, with Cocker's charismatic presence defining their live shows.

They stopped recording new material after 2001's 'We Love Life,' playing final shows in 2002. While 'Common People' remains their best-known song, their catalog holds other sharp moments like 'Boats And Trains' and 'Joking Aside.'