The Charlatans are a Madchester band that have been around since 1989, known for their catchy tunes, energetic performances, and their unique style. The band has had various line-ups over the years, but the core members remain the same: lead singer Tim Burgess, lead guitarist Mark Collins, bassist Martin Blunt, keyboardist Tony Rogers, and drummer Jon Brookes. In this article, we will explore the formation and members of The Charlatans and how they came to be one of the most beloved Madchester bands.
The Charlatans
were formed in 1989 in the West Midlands, UK by singer Tim Burgess, bassist Martin Blunt and keyboardist/guitarist Rob Collins. The trio soon added guitarist Jon Baker and drummer Jon Brookes to complete the lineup.They released their debut album Some Friendly in 1990. It included singles 'The Only One I Know' and 'Then'. The band quickly gained attention for their unique sound, combining indie rock and dance music. The Charlatans released five more studio albums between 1991 and 1997, with their fourth album Tellin' Stories (1997) becoming a major hit in the UK.
The single 'One to Another' reached number five on the UK singles chart, becoming their highest-charting single. In 1997 Rob Collins was killed in a car accident. The remaining members decided to carry on as a four-piece. They released two more albums in 1999 and 2001, both of which received critical acclaim.
However, the band's popularity declined in the 2000s and they went on hiatus in 2003. The band reunited in 2006 with new members Mark Collins (guitar) and Pete Salisbury (drums). They have since released three more albums, including their most recent album Different Days in 2017. The current lineup of the band includes Tim Burgess (vocals), Mark Collins (guitar), Martin Blunt (bass), Pete Salisbury (drums) and Tony Rogers (keyboards). They have been together since 2006 and continue to tour and perform around the world.
Discography
The Charlatans have had a long and successful career, releasing a total of twelve studio albums. Their debut album, Some Friendly (1990), was the band's most commercially successful release and is considered a classic of the Madchester music scene.It was followed by Tellin' Stories (1997), Us and Us Only (1999), Wonderland (2001), Simpatico (2006), You Cross My Path (2008), Who We Touch (2010), Modern Nature (2015), and Different Days (2017).The Charlatans also released two live albums, Live at the BBC (1995) and Live at the Royal Albert Hall (2018). They have also released several compilations, such as Forever: The Singles (2001) and Melting Pot: The Best of The Charlatans (2008). The Charlatans are an iconic British rock band that has been part of the Madchester music scene since the 1990s. With twelve studio albums released over their career, their music has been highly influential in the genre.
The current lineup of the band includes Tim Burgess, Mark Collins, Martin Blunt, Pete Salisbury and Tony Rogers, each of whom contribute to The Charlatans' unique sound.
