Artist

Inspiral Carpets

1983-1995, 2003-present·Oldham

The Farfisa organ-driven baggy band that gave Noel Gallagher his first roadie gig, Inspiral Carpets epitomized Madchester's fusion of retro psychedelia and contemporary rave energy. Their Life album hit number two in 1990, driven by a cheap, reedy keyboard sound that gave the scene a fairground undertow beneath the 303 squelch.

The full story is in The Haçienda Sound.

At a glance

Active
1983–1995, 2003–present
From
Oldham, Greater Manchester, UK
Records in the issues
1 (1990)
Original label
Mute
Listening guide track
“This Is How It Feels”

Listen

In the The Haçienda Sound listening guide: “This Is How It Feels”

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In the issues

  • The Haçienda Sound
    Supporting cast · 1982-1997 · Members

    The Haçienda Sound is a music scene from Manchester, UK, 1982–1997. Its principal artists include Happy Mondays, The Stone Roses, New Order and 808 State. This issue covers 8 essential albums and 14 dated events.

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Terms

TB-303
A Roland bass synthesizer and sequencer originally released in 1981 to simulate bass guitar lines.