Album: London 0 Hull 4 by The Housemartins (1986)
Genre: Indie | Style: Rock/Pop | Mood: Good Natured
Record Label: Elektra
Format: Album

Artist Background: The Housemartins were an English indie pop band that was active in the 1980s. Many of the Housemartins' lyrics were a mixture of Marxist politics and Christianity, reflecting singer Paul Heaton's beliefs at the time (the back cover of London 0 Hull 4 contained the message, "Take Jesus - Take Marx - Take Hope"). The band was formed in late 1983 by Paul Heaton (vocals) and Stan Cullimore (guitar) and they initially performed as a busking duo. Note that throughout his tenure with the band, Heato... Part of the Hull, England, UK music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Indie movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: The Beautiful South, Lloyd Cole and the Commotions, The Lightning Seeds, The Style Council

Music Scene: Part of the Hull, England, UK music scene. Emerged in the 1980s era. Associated with Indie movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Indie, Rock/Pop, Good Natured, 1980s, Album, Elektra

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London 0 Hull 4

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