The The Vinyl Records

The The is an English post-punk band formed in 1979 in London. The band is led by singer-songwriter Matt Johnson, who is the only consistent member. The original lineup included Johnson, Keith Thompson, and Alvyn “Al” McNiece, with Johnson taking lead vocal duties. The The’s debut album, Burning Blue Soul, was released in 1981 and was followed by the single “Uncertain Smile”. This single became the band’s first chart success and established them as a mainstay in the alternative rock scene. The album was followed by two more critically acclaimed albums, Soul Mining (1983) and Infected (1986). The latter featured the hit single “Infected”, which remains one of the band’s most well-known songs. The band’s later albums, Mind Bomb (1989) and Dusk (1993), were both successful, with the former containing the single “The Beat(en) Generation”. The The’s most recent album, Solitude, was released in 2000. The The has been noted for their willingness to experiment with their sound, often blending elements of electronica and soul music with their post-punk sound. They have also collaborated with a variety of other artists, including Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, and Neil Tennant. An interesting fact about The The is that their albums have been released on a variety of different labels, including Epic, Sony, and Virgin. This reflects the band’s eclectic and unpredictable sound.