HISTORY		Derry band The Carrellines were formed in 1986. Their longevity came from a unity of purpose among the four membersand the conviction that their music was different and important enough to merit serious attention. Theirs was a sound that was hard to pin down to any one category but ine that was unmistakably The Carrellines. Since their first performance in June 1987, The Carrellines steadily developed in terms of style and stage-craft. In November 1987 the band were invited to play the "Irish Rock Week" at London's Mean Fiddler, where they caused something of a stir, causing even the jaded ears of the Fiddler bar staff to prick up in approving curiosity - "the surprise package of the week", as one onlooker commented. Playing regularly at numerous venues in the North, The Carrellines drew the attention of RTE radio's Dave Fanning, who invited the band to record a session for his programme. Already experienced in studio work via a number of demos, the band recorded an unprecedented five songs for the session, which was repeated within a few weeks. Having played extensive showcase gigs in London in January 1989, the band returned to the Big Smoke to record a three track demo at Beethoven St. Studios (of Iggy Pop, David Bowie and Prefab Sprout fame) and Andrew Paresi (Morrissey). Back at home, the band were invited to on RTE TV's "Jo Maxi" where they performed their debut single, 'Bridesmaids Never Brides'. In 1990, The Carrellines won the "Carling / Hot Press Band Of '90" competition. Their on-stage performance and originality swung the panel of judges and earned them excellent reviews in 'Hot Press'. Following on from the competition, the band released their debut single, 'Bridesmaids Never Brides'.
FROM		Derry
BAND MEMBERS		Paul McLoone - Vocals Aidan Breslin - Guitars & Keyboards Billy Doherty - Drums Damian Duffy - Bass Guitar & Keyboards
RELEASES		Bridesmaids Never Brides [Single - 1990]
FAMILY TREE		The Undertones
LINKS		n/a
INFORMATION		Please send any additional information to : zoranis@hotmail.com