The Order Of The Fly

The Order of the Fly formed around Mark Spybey and Peter Christopherson, who worked together on experimental music that mixed industrial noise with psychedelic elements. Their 1981 self-titled debut album established their sound, which avoided easy categorization. They followed it with records like '1984' and 'The Ghost Sonata' that continued in a similar vein.

Spybey handled vocals with an approach that could shift from quiet to harsh, while Christopherson focused on the electronic instrumentation. Their song 'Rot' became one of their better-known tracks, alongside others like 'Lambs In The Abattoir' and 'The Persistence Of Vermin'. The music tended toward atmospheric tension and repetitive, hypnotic patterns.

Their live shows sometimes provoked strong reactions due to the confrontational nature of the material. The band maintained a relatively small discography before ceasing activity, leaving behind a handful of albums that appealed to listeners interested in the more abrasive side of post-punk and industrial music.