The Irrepressibles formed around Jamie Irrepressible in London during the early 2000s. Their debut album 'Mirror Mirror' came out in 2007, mixing electronic elements with orchestral arrangements and Jamie's distinctive vocals. Songs like 'In This Shirt' and 'Two Men In Love' show their approach to melody and lyrical themes.
They've released several albums including 'In This Shirt' in 2009, 'Paint It Black' in 2011, and 'Superglue' in 2015. The music has shifted from dreamier early material toward more experimental territory on later records. Jamie's diagnosis with Graves' disease in 2010 affected their touring but also informed some of the writing.
The band has worked with artists like David Byrne and Björk, and the lineup has included Sarah Wolfe on violin and vocals, Ros Cairnes on cello, Jim Maving on guitar, and Tom Cullinan on drums. Jamie remains the central figure, writing songs that often explore vulnerability and resilience.
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