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• The Long Blondes were an English five-piece indie pop group fronted by singer Kate Jackson. Their music is influenced mainly be 1960s pop and punk music, and write songs about everyday life. They are known not only for their abrupt rise to fame, but also for their collectively glamorous style and fashion sense.

  The band announced that they were parting ways on their MySpace page in October 2008.Pitchfork: The Long Blondes Announce Break Up

• Fast Facts

  1. Based in: Sheffield, England
  2. Years active: 2004 - Present
  3. Record labels: Rough Trade
  4. Band has named many old influences, including Roxy Music, The Marx Brothers, and The Mael Brothers
  5. Songs reference such classic actresses as Edie Sedgwick, Arelene Dahl, and Anna Karina

• Early Buzz

  Though they released their first album in 2006, The Long Blondes released a steady stream of singles that did well on the UK charts. The first was released as early as 2004 in preparation for their debut full-length.

• Fabulous Front Woman

  Lead vocalist Kate Jackson is the focal point of the band's reputation for being stylish. NME Magazine moved her on the NME Cool List from 39th in 2005 to 7th in 2006

• Studio Albums

  • 2006 - Someone to Drive You Home
  • 2008 - "Couples"

• Band Members

  • Kate Jackson - Lead Vocals
  • Dorian Cox - Lead Guitar/Keyboards
  • Reenie Hollis - Bass/Backing Vocals
  • Emma Chaplin - Rhythm Guitar/Keyboards/Backing Vocals
  • Screech Louder (Mark Turvey) - Drums

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