Album: After The Snow by Modern English (1982)
Genre: New Wave | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Description: After the Snow is Modern English's second album, released in 1982 on 4AD Records in the United Kingdom, Vertigo Records in Canada and Sire Records in the United States. It featured the original recording of the now classic tune "I Melt with You," which the band would later re-record in 1990 for their album Pillow Lips.

Artist Background: The summery hooks and warm lyrics of Modern English's biggest hit, "I Melt With You," gave listeners the impression that the band was an upbeat pop act in the early '80s. "I Melt With You" was actually an anomaly in Modern English's early discography. Formed in Colchester, England, in 1979, Modern English was originally a punk group called the Lepers. Featuring Robbie Grey (vocals, guitar), Gary McDowell (guitar), and Richard Brown (drums), the Lepers mainly performed at parties. After Mick C... Part of the Colchester, England music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with New Wave movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Music Scene: Part of the Colchester, England music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with New Wave movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: New Wave, Rock/Pop, 1980s, Album

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After the Snow is Modern English's second album, released in 1982 on 4AD Records in the United Kingdom, Vertigo Records in Canada and Sire Records in the United States. It featured the original recording of the now classic tune "I Melt with You," which the band would later re-record in 1990 for their album Pillow Lips.

After The Snow

Modern English

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