Dexys Midnight Runners, often referred to simply as Dexys, is a British pop and soul band that was active from 1978 to 1986. The band is best known for their hit single "Come on Eileen", which topped the charts in the US and UK in 1982. The band’s sound is a unique blend of Irish folk, punk, and soul, and their lyrics often focus on themes of love, loss, and nostalgia. Dexys Midnight Runners have been cited as an influence on many of today’s popular acts, including the Killers, the Libertines, and LCD Soundsystem.
Dexys Midnight Runners: An Overview
Dexys Midnight Runners was formed in 1978 by Kevin Rowland, who had previously been a member of the punk band The Killjoys. Rowland recruited a group of musicians, including violinist Helen O’Hara, guitarist Billy Adams, and keyboardist Andy Leek, to form the group. The band’s sound was a unique blend of punk, soul, and Irish folk, and their lyrics often focused on themes of love, loss, and nostalgia. The band released their debut album Searching for the Young Soul Rebels in 1980, and it was an immediate hit, reaching number one in the UK album charts. The album included the hits "Geno" and "There, There, My Dear". The band’s follow-up album Too-Rye-Ay was released in 1982 and included the hit single "Come on Eileen", which reached number one in the US and UK charts.
The Very Best of Dexys Midnight Runners
The Very Best of Dexys Midnight Runners is a compilation album released in 2002. It includes all of the hits from the band’s two studio albums, as well as some of their lesser-known songs. The album includes the hits "Geno", "Come on Eileen", and "There, There, My Dear". The album also includes some of Dexys Midnight Runners’ later work, such as "The Celtic Soul Brothers" and "Show Me". The album is an essential listen for any fan of the band, as it showcases the best of their work and gives an overview of their career.
The Very Best of Dexys Midnight Runners is an essential album for any fan of the band. It includes all of the hits from their two studio albums, as well as some of their lesser-known songs. It’s an excellent way to get an overview of the band’s career and to experience the unique blend of
