We are saddened to hear of the recent passing of trombonist Chris Lawrence at the age of 57. Chris was a permanent fixture in the band’s brass section, alongside Alex Gifford, playing on the studio albums from Aural Sculpture to 10 and appearing live onstage with the band throughout the period 1984-1990.

Fly straight Chris, fond adieu x

(thanks to Stewart Ivory for the info)

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Later this year, the band undertake a 13 date European tour which sees them visiting France, Italy, Netherlands and Germany. We can now reveal that the special guests for the complete tour are West London’s finest Ruts DC. As mentioned previously, the Penmarc’h gig is already sold out but we can confirm that the Worpswede date is now sold out too. All other dates are selling well. See you on

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