CORK

1982 - 1985/6

A detailed page has not yet been completed for this artist. If you have information available, please send this to the following address feedback@irishmusicdb.com OVERVIEW Porcelyn Tears was an early-1980s all girl band from Cork. The group was formed in February 1982 by Ann Redmond [Vocals], Kay Creedon [Keyboards], Gerlyn Ryan [Bass Guitar] and Grace O'Sullivan [Drums]. Gerlyn was later replaced by Kamla Das [Ex-Expresso Mambo]. The band was heavily ifluenced by the indie-rock groups of the day including The Cure. The band made a number of demo tapes and recorded three Fanning Sessions. However, there were no official releases from Porcelyn Tears. After the group split in 1985/6, Anne went on to form The Chapterhouse with Dave Sullivan [Ex-Real Mayonnaize] LINE UP Ann Redmond [Vocals], Kay Creedon [Keyboards], Gerlyn Ryan [Bass Guitar], Grace O'Sullivan [Drums], Kamla Das [Bass Guitar] FAMILY TREE LINKS The Chapterhouse, Expresso Mambo SONGS 'Bitter Sweet', 'Illusions'