Catherine Wheel was an alternative rock band from England that was formed in 1990 by singer-songwriter Rob Dickinson. Their music relied heavily upon sound effects like guitar feedback and droning guitar riffs to create rich layers of sound. Consequently, they are considered part of the shoegaze music scene and are often cited as inspirations amongst new shoegaze bands. While their commercial success was variable, they would often go on lengthy tours. They officially disbanded in 2000.
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Despite the breakup, all the band members are still involved in music. Guitarist Brian Futter and drummer Neil Sims continued their side project, 50 ft Monster. bassist Ben Ellis started a new band called Serafin. Singer Rob Dickinson frequently collaborated with singer-songwriter Tracy Bonham before releasing his 2005 solo album, Fresh Wine for the Horses and continues to perform live.
Compilations Albums
- 1996 - Like Cats and Dogs
Band Members
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Based in
Great Yarmouth, England
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Years active
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Record labels
Fontana Records, Wilde Club Records, Columbia Records
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Name comes from a type of spinning firework, which is itself named after a Medieval torture device
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Lead singer Rob Dickinson is the cousin of Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson
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In addition to their five studio albums, they released almost 30 EPs
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Their song, Eden Catherine Wheel used a line from Talk Talk's album, Spirit of Eden
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Producer and keyboardist Tim Friese-Greene was considered an unofficial fifth member
