Psylons
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Founder | Keith Wyatt, Carl Edwards, Jack Packer, Warren Grech |
| Defunct | 1995 |
| Headquarters | Portsmouth , England |
| Products | Music (singles, EPs, albums) |
The Psylons were a post-punk ensemble originating from Portsmouth, England, established in 1984 by Keith Wyatt, Carl Edwards, Jack Packer, and Warren Grech. Their discography includes four singles, an extended play, and a pair of albums. Notably, their sophomore album, Gimp, was produced by Jim Shaw of the band Cranes. The group's initial single, "Run To The Stranger," earned the distinction of New Musical Express Single of the Week and achieved the position of number 13 on the Alternative/Indie chart. They also recorded two sessions for BBC Radio One, which were broadcast on the John Peel and Andy Kershaw programs.
Throughout their career, The Psylons engaged in extensive touring, providing support for prominent acts such as The Fall, My Bloody Valentine, Cranes, Spiritualized, and Moonshake. The band underwent multiple lineup alterations before ultimately dissolving in 1995.
Post-breakup, Keith Wyatt has pursued a solo career under the moniker Keith Seatman.
Band members
- Keith Wyatt: Guitar, Vocals (1984–95)
- Carl Edwards: Drums, Guitar (1984–95)
- Jack Packer: Guitar, Keyboard (1984–95)
- Warren Grech: Bass (1984–88)
- John Haskett: Bass (1988–93)
- Sarah Shrubb: Guitar, Keyboards (1990–95)
- Simon Heartfield: Bass (1993–95)
Singles
- "Run to the Stranger" / "Tumbling Clown" 7” single 1986 (Crystal 10)
- "Mockery of Decline" / "Clearer Sky" 7” single 1986 (E-Type-1)
- "All the Things We Need" / "Turning Worm" / "The Midnight Sun" 12” single 1987 (Iron Lung IL001)
- "No Choice" / "Surf Song" 7” single 1990 (Unsigned UN001)
- "Sandman" / "Driver" / "Sandman" remix 12” EP 1991 (Unsigned UN002)
Albums
- Psylons Is Golden cassette 1988 (Bite Back! BB016)
- Gimp CD 1994 (Thunderbird CSA 102)
Compilations
- Separate Ways cassette, Against the Tide compilation 1986 (Bite Back! BB003)
- Run to the Stranger CD, Indie Scene 86 1992 (Connoisseur Collection)
- Emperor of Songs CD, Audio Postcards CD 1993 (Mass Production)
- Emperor of Songs CD, Pinnacle Sampler CD 1993 (Pinnacle)
Radio
- John Peel Session BBC Radio One (1986/06/01)
- Remembrance / Clearer Skies / Mockery Of Decline / Landmark
- Andy Kershaw Session BBC Radio One (1986/11/05)
- Separate Ways / All the Things We Need / She Said / Keyhole Joe
Videos
- Emperor Of Songs (Jim Shaw Remix)
- Bug