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United Kingdom Clinic is an English rock band recognized for their distinct indie, post-punk revival, and neo-psychedelia sound, continuously evolving their musical landscape.
Clinic's single "The Second Line" from their debut album "Internal Wrangler" was reissued after being featured in a television advertisement for Levi's jeans, significantly boosting the song's and the band's exposure.
The song "D.P." from Clinic's debut EP was utilized in a TV advertisement for Weetabix breakfast cereal in April 2012, further integrating their music into mainstream media.
Clinic signed with Domino Records in 1999 and has released the majority of their albums and EPs through the label, including their debut "Internal Wrangler" and their latest "Fantasy Island."
Clinic was formed in 1993 in Crosby, Liverpool, by frontman Ade Blackburn, guitarist Jonathan Hartley, bassist Brian Campbell, and drummer Carl Turney. Initially known as Pure Morning, the band gained early recognition for their use of unconventional instruments sourced from jumble sales and flea markets. They signed with Domino Records in 1999, releasing their debut album, “Internal Wrangler,” in 2000. This album spawned singles like “The Second Line” and “The Return of Evil Bill,” with “The Second Line” gaining further exposure through a Levi’s jeans television advertisement. In the same year, Clinic performed at All Tomorrow’s Parties and Scott Walker’s Meltdown festival, and toured with Radiohead, solidifying their presence in the alternative music scene.
Over the next decade, Clinic released several albums, including “Walking with Thee” (2002) and “Winchester Cathedral” (2004). “Walking with Thee” received a Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Album, with its single “Come into Our Room” featured in “The O.C.” and “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.” They toured with The Flaming Lips and appeared on the “Late Show with David Letterman.” Subsequent albums like “Visitations” (2006) and “Do It!” (2008) continued to showcase their unique sound. After a seven-year hiatus following their 2012 album “Free Reign,” Clinic returned with “Wheeltappers and Shunters” in 2019, signifying a new chapter with only Blackburn and Hartley receiving songwriting credits. Their latest album, “Fantasy Island,” released in 2021, continues this progression, exploring themes of time, music, and entertainment with an expanded sonic palette incorporating electronic elements.
Clinic is also known for their distinctive visual style, wearing surgical masks and outfits in concerts and press photos. This aesthetic choice is an homage to San Francisco bands Crime and The Residents, reflecting a blend of visual artistry and a playful, self-aware approach. The band’s continuous evolution in sound, from garage rock to electronic-infused offerings, demonstrates their commitment to musical exploration, maintaining a loyal following while attracting new listeners.
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