Box of Toys
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1982 |
| Defunct | 1984 |
Area served | United Kingdom |
Key people | Brian Atherton, Andy Redhead, Phil Martin, Roy Campbell |
| Products | Singles: "I'm Thinking of You Now", "Precious Is the Pearl" |
Box of Toys was a British new wave ensemble active between 1982 and 1984, composed of Brian Atherton (lead vocals, keyboards), Andy Redhead (drums, guitar), Phil Martin (saxophone, keyboards, vocals), and Roy Campbell (bass, vocals). Their discography includes two singles: "I'm Thinking of You Now" released in 1983 and "Precious Is the Pearl" from 1984.
History
Following the disbandment of the powerpop group A Select Committee (1981–83), Andy Redhead and Phil Martin teamed up with Roy Campbell and Brian Atherton to establish Box of Toys. In April 1983, they recorded a session for John Peel prior to issuing their singles. The group parted ways in late 1984; subsequently, Redhead went on to form the band 3D, while Atherton created The Light.
Singles
- 1983: "I'm Thinking of You Now" b/w "Old Man Rome"
- 1984: "Precious Is the Pearl" b/w "It Goes Without Saying"/"When Daylight Is Over"