| it hugs back | |
|---|---|
| Origin | England |
| Genres | Indie rock, dream pop |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Labels | 4AD, Safe and Sound |
| Members | Matthew Simms Jack Theedom Will Blackaby Paul Michael |
It Hugs Back (stylized as it hugs back) is an English indie rock and dream pop band featuring Wire guitarist Matthew Simms.
History
Schoolmates guitarist Matthew Simms and bassist Paul Michael formed their first band at age twelve. Keyboardist/guitarist Jack Theedom and drummer Will Blackaby joined the band after all four graduated from university.
Their debut album, Inside Your Guitar, was released in 2009 on 4AD. Their second album, Laughing Party, was released in 2012 on Safe and Sound. Recommended Record followed in 2013 and Slow Wave, their most recent album, was released in 2015.
Discography
- Slow Wave (2015)
- Recommended Record (2013)
- Laughing Party (2012)
- Inside Your Guitar (2009)
References
- "pics: Chastity Belt, It Hugs Back & Girl Ray @ London's The Dalston Victoria". Brooklyn Vegan. 19 October 2015. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ Howarth, Benjamin (12 June 2012). "Interview: Matthew Simms". Penny Black Music. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- ^ Clay, Joe (9 May 2013). "It Hugs Back: Recommended Record". Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- "It Hugs Back live in session for Marc Riley". BBC. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- Perpetua, Matthew (6 April 2009). "It Hugs Back: Inside Your Guitar". Pitchfork. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- Nicolson, Barry (3 April 2009). "Album Review: It Hugs Back". NME. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- Kabran, Michael (29 April 2009). "It Hugs Back: Inside Your Guitar". PopMatters. Retrieved 6 March 2020.
- Phares, Heather. "Slow Wave". AllMusic. Retrieved 6 March 2020.