The Corrections (band)
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The Corrections are an English indie band, signed to EMI
, formed in 2001 and based in Dalston, East London. The band were formerly known as The Fallout Trust. It was under this name that their third single, Washout, from their debut album, In Case of the Flood, reached Number 75 in the UK charts in February 2006, preceding on the album's release on February 27.
and the music of Iggy Pop
and David Bowie
. The band was augmented by Winter's sibling, Matt and sister-in-law Jess, and bassist Gavin Ellis and drummer Matt Watson. The band then moved to London, setting up home at 'Q Quarters', a warehouse which served as home, party venue and recording studio. In 2004 they were signed by At Large Recordings. They toured in support of Maxïmo Park
, Morning Runner
and Leaves, in addition to several headline tours, and performed at Glastonbury
twice in the Guardian tent.
Two EPs were released, in 2004 and 2005. First single proper was 'When We Are Gone' which reached #73 in the UK upon its first release in June 2005. Second single 'Before the Light Goes' reached #93 in November 2005. The album In Case of the Flood was released in 2006, with coinciding single 'Washout' peaking at #75. Nearly all of the band members are originally from Bristol
and they are closely associated with venue the Louisiana.
The band maintained a tight link with artist/filmmaker 'Duckeye' who created much of their artwork and promo videos.
Former:
EMI
The EMI Group, also known as EMI Music or simply EMI, is a multinational music company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It is the fourth-largest business group and family of record labels in the recording industry and one of the "big four" record companies. EMI Group also has a major...
, formed in 2001 and based in Dalston, East London. The band were formerly known as The Fallout Trust. It was under this name that their third single, Washout, from their debut album, In Case of the Flood, reached Number 75 in the UK charts in February 2006, preceding on the album's release on February 27.
History
The Fallout Trust were formed around the crux of old school friends Guy Connelly and Joe Winter, inspired by a visit to BerlinBerlin
Berlin is the capital city of Germany and is one of the 16 states of Germany. With a population of 3.45 million people, Berlin is Germany's largest city. It is the second most populous city proper and the seventh most populous urban area in the European Union...
and the music of Iggy Pop
Iggy Pop
Iggy Pop is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and actor. Though considered an innovator of punk rock, Pop's music has encompassed a number of styles over the years, including pop, metal, jazz and blues...
and David Bowie
David Bowie
David Bowie is an English musician, actor, record producer and arranger. A major figure for over four decades in the world of popular music, Bowie is widely regarded as an innovator, particularly for his work in the 1970s...
. The band was augmented by Winter's sibling, Matt and sister-in-law Jess, and bassist Gavin Ellis and drummer Matt Watson. The band then moved to London, setting up home at 'Q Quarters', a warehouse which served as home, party venue and recording studio. In 2004 they were signed by At Large Recordings. They toured in support of Maxïmo Park
Maxïmo Park
Maxïmo Park are a British alternative rock band, formed in 2000. They are signed to Warp Records. The band consists of Paul Smith , Duncan Lloyd , Archis Tiku , Lukas Wooller and Tom English...
, Morning Runner
Morning Runner
Morning Runner was an alternative rock band from Reading, England. They released one album, Wilderness Is Paradise Now, following top 20 single "Burning Benches", before their split in late 2007 due to commercial pressures from their record label, Parlophone.- Origin and early years :Morning...
and Leaves, in addition to several headline tours, and performed at Glastonbury
Glastonbury Festival
The Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts, commonly abbreviated to Glastonbury or even Glasto, is a performing arts festival that takes place near Pilton, Somerset, England, best known for its contemporary music, but also for dance, comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret and other arts.The...
twice in the Guardian tent.
Two EPs were released, in 2004 and 2005. First single proper was 'When We Are Gone' which reached #73 in the UK upon its first release in June 2005. Second single 'Before the Light Goes' reached #93 in November 2005. The album In Case of the Flood was released in 2006, with coinciding single 'Washout' peaking at #75. Nearly all of the band members are originally from Bristol
Bristol
Bristol is a city, unitary authority area and ceremonial county in South West England, with an estimated population of 433,100 for the unitary authority in 2009, and a surrounding Larger Urban Zone with an estimated 1,070,000 residents in 2007...
and they are closely associated with venue the Louisiana.
The Corrections
During their performance at the Louisiana on 6 October 2007, Joe announced that the band would be changing their name to The Corrections. The Corrections have been reborn as a 5-piece, with the same lineup as The Fallout Trust minus Jess Winter and are touring currently. 2008 singles 'Barcode', 'OCD' and 'Full Stop' precede their debut album, 'Repeat After Me', originally set for release on July 7, was released in late 2008 release on limited Cd release and itunes.The band maintained a tight link with artist/filmmaker 'Duckeye' who created much of their artwork and promo videos.
Band members
Current:- Guy Connelly - Guitar and Vocals
- Gavin Ellis - Bass Guitar and Vocals
- Matt Watson - Drums
- Joe Winter - Lead Vocals
- Matt Winter - Lead Guitar
Former:
- Jess Winter - Violin and Keyboards
- Toby Cann - The Bass Guitar and "The Jump"
Singles
- EP 1: Them Or It / The Dog Hour /Bound With The Rope / The Price Of Your Time (At Large Recordings FUGIT 001 - 2004)
- EP 2 - One Generation Wall / We Will Wake Up / The Watchman / TVM (At Large Recordings FUG 04 - May 5)
- When We Are Gone (At Large Recordings FUG 07 - June 5) - UK # 75
- Before The Light Goes (At Large Recordings FUG 09 - Oct 2005)
- Washout (At Large Recordings FUG 014 - Feb 2006) - UK
Singles
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