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Corduroy established itself as a prominent acid jazz band, known for its energetic live performances and distinctive film soundtrack-inspired sound, influencing the music scene with its unique blend of funk and instrumental compositions.
Signed the band in January 1992 and released their first three albums: 'Dad Man Cat' (1992), 'High Havoc' (1993), and 'Out of Here' (1994). The band later re-signed with Acid Jazz Records for the release of 'Return of the Fabric Four' in 2018 and subsequent releases like 'Men Of The Cloth' in 2023. Richard from Corduroy has been seen sporting exclusive Acid Jazz Red Cat T-shirts.
After their initial releases with Acid Jazz Records, Corduroy signed with Big Cat Records, releasing two albums: 'The New You!' (April 1997) and 'Clik!' (August 1999).
Corduroy has released several titles through Well Suspect Records, including 'Winky Wagon' (2019) and 'Winky Wagon 2' (2021).
Corduroy, a four-piece acid jazz band from South London, officially formed in December 1991 and signed with Acid Jazz Records in January 1992. The band comprised twins Ben Addison on drums and vocals, Scott Addison handling keyboards and vocals, Richard Searle on bass, and Simon Nelson-Smith on guitar. Their live shows quickly gained a reputation for being energetic and engaging, characterized by intricate basslines, sharp guitar riffs, dynamic drumming, and a rich blend of Hammond organ and electric piano. This combination created a distinctive, filmic, and animated sound that resonated with audiences internationally. Early in their career, Corduroy’s stage presence and musical style earned them recognition, with Record Mirror readers placing them among the top five ‘Best Live Act’ alongside more mainstream bands of the mid-nineties.
The band’s recording career began with their debut album, “Dad Man Cat,” released in 1992 through Acid Jazz Records. This was followed by “High Havoc” in 1993, an album from which several singles achieved placements in the UK Independent Chart. Their 1994 album, “Out of Here,” reached number 73 on the UK Albums Chart. Known affectionately as the ‘Fabric Four,’ Corduroy developed a musical style that often featured instrumentals, drawing comparisons to film soundtracks. They maintained a strong touring presence, particularly on the college circuit, and cultivated a significant fanbase in Japan, leading to multiple tours, including a live album recorded there in 1994, titled “Quattro – Live in Japan.
After their initial run with Acid Jazz Records, Corduroy signed with Big Cat Records, releasing “The New You!” in April 1997 and “Clik!” in August 1999. The band went on hiatus following Big Cat Records being dropped by its owner, V2. However, Corduroy regrouped for various performances in the 2000s and 2010s, and notably released “Return of the Fabric Four” in 2018, their first album in 18 years, which was well-received. In 2023, they released “Men Of The Cloth” to mark the 30th anniversary of their early works.
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