The Heart Throbs

**The Heart Throbs** were a fiery British indie rock band that lit up the late ’80s and early ’90s with their raw energy and infectious melodies. Formed in London, the core trio—Rose Carlotti (vocals, guitar) and sisters Rachel Lyons (bass) and Deborah Lyons (drums)—channeled a DIY punk spirit into catchy, guitar-driven anthems. Signed to One Little Independent Records, they earned cult status with albums like *Cleopatra Grip* (1990) and *Vertical Smile* (1991), blending gritty vocals, frenetic rhythms, and lyrics that balanced rebellion with vulnerability. Tracks like “Jubilee Twist” and “Toy” showcased their knack for merging garage-rock chaos with pop sensibility, while their live shows (including tours with The Jesus and Mary Chain) cemented their reputation as a band that thrived onstage.

Though they disbanded by the mid-’90s, The Heart Throbs left a scrappy, spirited mark on the UK indie scene. Their music—raw, unpolished, and full of heart—still resonates with fans of bands that blurred the lines between punk urgency and melodic hooks.