Catherine Wheel was a British alternative rock band that rose to prominence in the early 1990s as part of the shoegazing scene, though they later shifted to a more hard rock approach. Formed in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, in 1990, the band consisted of lead vocalist and guitarist Rob Dickinson, guitarist Brian Futter, bassist Dave Hawes, and drummer Neil Sims. Their first album, "Ferment," released in 1992, drew attention with its blend of ethereal melodies and noise-drenched guitar work, garnering critical acclaim and a dedicated following. Notable tracks from this period include the single "Black Metallic," which became a benchmark for the shoegazing genre.

Catherine Wheel's sound evolved over the years with subsequent releases like "Chrome" (1993) and "Happy Days" (1995), on which they honed a heavier, more alternative rock style. By the time of "Adam and Eve" (1997) and their final studio album "Wishville" (2000), the band had moved further away from its shoegazing roots, although they maintained the emotive songwriting and rich textures that characterized their earlier work. Although they never broke into mainstream success, Catherine Wheel had a significant influence on the post-Britpop and alternative rock movements. Despite their disbandment in the early 2000s, the interest in their work was sustained through retrospectives and remastered re-releases, such as "The Norfolk Remasters," which revisited some of their early, impactful material.

Genres

Dream Pop

Grungegaze

Nu Gaze

Shoegaze

Spacegrunge

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Latest Release

The Norfolk Remasters - Painful Thing

Catherine Wheel

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released May 30, 2023