When the British art school punk band the B-Sides changed their name and direction to become Adam & the Ants, guitarist/vocalist Bid and guitarist Lester Square opted out to form their own group, the Monochrome Set.
Founded in London in 1978, the band was quickly snapped up by the Rough Trade label, and during 1979 issued three singles -- "He's Frank," "Eine Symphonie des Grauens," and their signature number, "Monochrome Set" -- all completely different in content and stylistic approach.
After former B-Sides bassist Andy Warren grew tired of life in Adam & the Ants, he rejoined bandmates Bid and Lester Square.
In 1980, the Monochrome Set released their debut album, Strange Boutique, followed later that year by the singles "405 Lines" and "Apocalypso" as well as another full-length effort, Love Zombies.
Complete with new guitarist Foz, keyboardist Caroline Booth, and drummer Nick Wesolowski, they returned in 1982 with the LP Eligible Bachelors featuring the single "The Jet Set Junta," a satiric jab at the Falklands Islands conflict, which became a significant hit the next year.
Following the departure of Lester Square, the Monochrome Set continued and hit the charts with 1985's "Jacob's Ladder"; from the album The Lost Weekend. The Monochrom Set have a new album out "Platinum Coils" available only directly from their website themonochromeset.co.uk/
Support on the night comes from Young Marble Giants legend Stuart Moxham. Also, on the bill are Would be Goods. Fronted by Jessica Griffin the band also feature ex-Talulah Gosh / Heavenly guitarist Peter Momtchiloff, Andy Warren (from the Monochrome Set) and Deborah Green (The Headcoatees).
The Monochrome Set + Stuart Moxham From Young Marble Giants + Would Be Goods
Bush Hall; 310 Uxbridge Road, London
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This event ended on Saturday 27th of April 2013
This event ended on Saturday 27th of April 2013
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Advance £15 + Booking Fee / £20 On the Door
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