Artist

James

1982-2001, 2007-present·Manchester

Manchester's art-school outsiders rode the Madchester wave to chart success, combining indie introspection with dancefloor-ready grooves. Their 1991 re-recording of "Sit Down" became the scene's biggest hit, reaching number two and outlasting the movement that produced it.

The full story is in The Haçienda Sound.

At a glance

Active
1982–2001, 2007–present
From
Manchester, UK
Records in the issues
1 (1990)
Original label
Fontana
Listening guide track
“Greatest Hits”

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In the The Haçienda Sound listening guide: “Greatest Hits”

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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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