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| origin = London, England | origin = London, England
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| years_active = Late 1980s–present | years_active = Late 1980s–present
| label = Ultimate, ], ], Imprint Music | label = Ultimate, ], ], Imprint Music
| website = {{URL|senser.co.uk/}} | website = {{URL|senser.co.uk/}}
| current_members = ]<br/>Kerstin Haigh<br/>Nick Michaelson<br/>James Barrett<br/>John Morgan | current_members = Heitham Al-Sayed<br />Kerstin Haigh<br />Nick Michaelson<br />James Barrett<br />John Morgan
| past_members = Erika Footman<br />Paul Soden<br/>Alan 'Hagos/Haggis' Haggarty<br/>Richard Ford<br/>]<br/>Andy "Awe" Clinton<br/>Steve Morton | past_members = Erika Footman<br />Paul Soden<br />Alan Haggarty<br />Andy Clinton<br />Steve Morton
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'''Senser''' are an English ] band, originally formed in South West London.
'''Senser''' are an English ] band, originally formed in South West London from a group of friends in the late 1980s. The initial line-up was called ‘Senser Element’ and consisted of Nick Michaelson (guitar), Kerstin Haigh (vocals), Steve Morton (drums and beatbox), and James Barrett (bass). The band played in Steve’s front room in his mums flat in Wimbledon Park. Steve’s mum and dad were classical violinists playing for the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra but his dad was ejected due to his outspoken and rebellious behaviour in rehearsals. Steve’s Dad; Garth, introduced Steve and his friends to the music of jazz legends like Miles Davis, Billy Cobham and Mahavishnu Orchestra and Psychedelic music from artists like Can, Jimi Hendrix, Hawkwind and Syd Barrett


⚫ ==History==
In the 1980’s Steve Morton and James Barrett were also getting immersed in the London Electro scene which brought a fusion of Funk and Hip Hop sounds from New York. Steve also participated in beatbox battles and received respect for his skills at just 14 years old at the London Electro club ‘Spatz’. Early influences like Man Parish, Beastie Boys, NWA, West Street Mob, KRS1, Public Enemy added so much to the burgeoning sound of the band. At the same time Nick was honing his guitar skills to bands like Slayer, Anthrax and Black Sabbath. Kerstin had been a busker, singing 70’s rock music, having scoured through her family's vinyl collection of Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix & Crosby, Stills & Nash. Classical instruments like tabla and learning sitar, from her travels in India drew her to albums like Peter Gabriel’s soundtrack ‘Passion’ and singer, Sheila Chandra.
Senser were formed in 1991.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Senser |url=https://www.youtube.com/user/senserband/about |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=YouTube |language=en}}</ref>
These diverse and juxtaposed elements were being drawn together and the sound of Senser started to form.


⚫ In 1992, they were joined by ] D.J, Andy Clinton.<ref name="Strong">Strong, Martin C. (1999) ''The Great Alternative & Indie Discography'', Canongate, {{ISBN|0-86241-913-1}}, p. 551</ref> The band toured in support of psychedelic rockers the ] in 1992.<ref name="Strong" /> In 1993, the band were signed to Ultimate Records.
] joined initially as a percussionist. What he really wanted to add was rapping, which was received with a mixed response, but Kerstin was positive that this would create something exciting in the music and Heitham started to write rhymes. The band were in ‘Albert Hall Studios’ when the steps to creating their first album ‘Stacked Up’ were taken, with an early tape recording ‘Music For The Mind And Body’ that included songs like; ‘Journey of Life’ and ‘What’s Going On’.


⚫ In 1993, Senser released two indie singles on Ultimate – "Eject" and "The Key".<ref name="LarkinHR">{{cite book|title=]|editor=]|publisher=]|date=1999|edition=First|isbn=0-7535-0257-7|page=393}}</ref> The latter would appear on ] Singles of the Week 1993 album.<ref>{{Citation |title=Various - New Musical Express Singles Of The Week 1993 |date=1994 |url=https://www.discogs.com/release/990017-Various-New-Musical-Express-Singles-Of-The-Week-1993?srsltid=AfmBOop2Q2Ok-lzcMlPwqsVbxWe8rTmSqrhaMa2xgQ1xws4i8gcYQhDl |access-date=2025-01-04 |language=en}}</ref>
In 1988 Steve Morton had to leave due to health issues and John Morgan (drums) joined.

The band met Alan "Hagos/Haggis" Haggarty (engineer, producer, programmer) at the George Robey Pub in North London and liked his psychedelic treatment of the live sound. The band asked him if he wanted to join as a live producer who would bring the sound to the songs that were being written.

⚫ The band started to look for a DJ to join and in 1992 they were joined by ] D.J, Andy Clinton.<ref name="Strong">Strong, Martin C. (1999) ''The Great Alternative & Indie Discography'', Canongate, {{ISBN|0-86241-913-1}}, p. 551</ref> The band toured in support of psychedelic rockers the ] in 1992.<ref name="Strong" /> In 1993, the band were signed to Ultimate Records.

⚫ ==History==
⚫ In 1993, Senser released two indie singles on Ultimate – "Eject" and "The Key".<ref name="LarkinHR">{{cite book|title=]|editor=]|publisher=]|date=1999|edition=First|isbn=0-7535-0257-7|page=393}}</ref>


In March 1994, Senser released their third single, "Switch", which entered the ] at number 39.<ref name="LarkinHR"/> Senser's first album, ''Stacked Up'', was released in May 1994,<ref name="LarkinHR"/> and entered the ] at number 4.<ref name="Official">{{Cite web|url=https://www.officialcharts.com/artist/29288/senser/|title=SENSER &#124; full Official Chart History &#124; Official Charts Company|website=Officialcharts.com|access-date=21 July 2021}}</ref> In March 1994, Senser released their third single, "Switch", which entered the ] at number 39.<ref name="LarkinHR"/> Senser's first album, ''Stacked Up'', was released in May 1994,<ref name="LarkinHR"/> and entered the ] at number 4.<ref name="Official">{{Cite web|url=https://www.officialcharts.com/artist/29288/senser/|title=SENSER &#124; full Official Chart History &#124; Official Charts Company|website=Officialcharts.com|access-date=21 July 2021}}</ref>
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At the beginning of 1995, Senser toured the UK supported by ] before setting off to tour the United States with ]. It was during this tour that the band decided to split over musical differences.<ref name="LarkinHR"/> Al-Sayed and Morgan left to form a new band with Haggis called ].<ref name="Strong" /> The remaining members of Senser found a new drummer, Paul Soden, and set about writing Senser's second album.<ref name="LarkinHR"/> At the beginning of 1995, Senser toured the UK supported by ] before setting off to tour the United States with ]. It was during this tour that the band decided to split over musical differences.<ref name="LarkinHR"/> Al-Sayed and Morgan left to form a new band with Haggis called ].<ref name="Strong" /> The remaining members of Senser found a new drummer, Paul Soden, and set about writing Senser's second album.<ref name="LarkinHR"/>


⚫ In the summer of 1998, Haigh was able to tour and the band released the second album, ''Asylum''.<ref name="LarkinHR" /> Once again musical differences became apparent and by February 1999 the band decided to split.
During the spring of 1997, they recorded the second album. And in the summer of 1997 De-Senser released "Om".


⚫ In 2003, the original line-up reunited originally to perform for one show, but decided to re-form and record again. They released their third studio album ''SCHEMAtic'' in 2004.
⚫ In the summer of 1998, Haigh was able to tour and the band released the second album, ''Asylum''.<ref name="LarkinHR"/> Once again musical differences became apparent and in February 1999 the band decided to split.

⚫ In 2003, the original line-up reunited originally to perform at one show, but decided to re-form and record again. They released their third studio album ''SCHEMAtic'' in 2004. A concert performance was released in 2006 as ''Live At The Underworld''.


In 2009, they released ''How To Do Battle''.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bringthenoiseuk.com/200910/music/reviews/senser-how-to-do-battle |title=Senser – How To Do Battle " Bring the Noise UK |website=Bringthenoiseuk.com |access-date=1 February 2014 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140219022345/http://www.bringthenoiseuk.com/200910/music/reviews/senser-how-to-do-battle |archivedate=19 February 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref> In 2009, they released ''How To Do Battle''.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bringthenoiseuk.com/200910/music/reviews/senser-how-to-do-battle |title=Senser – How To Do Battle " Bring the Noise UK |website=Bringthenoiseuk.com |access-date=1 February 2014 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140219022345/http://www.bringthenoiseuk.com/200910/music/reviews/senser-how-to-do-battle |archivedate=19 February 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>
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In 2014, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut ''Stacked Up'', the band re-released the album in expanded edition with a remastered version of the original tracks on the first CD, and bonus tracks from the era (remixes and previously unreleased songs) on the second disc.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.senser.co.uk/senser-merchandise-shop/stacked-up-xx/|title=Stacked Up XX|website=Senser.com}}</ref> In 2014, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut ''Stacked Up'', the band re-released the album in expanded edition with a remastered version of the original tracks on the first CD, and bonus tracks from the era (remixes and previously unreleased songs) on the second disc.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.senser.co.uk/senser-merchandise-shop/stacked-up-xx/|title=Stacked Up XX|website=Senser.com}}</ref>

Although Senser have not released new music since 2014, as of 2024 the band still perform live shows.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://lastdaydeaf.com/senser/ |title=Senser |publisher=Last Day Deaf |date=12 June 2018 |first=Sarah |last=Mederios |access-date=19 April 2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.concertarchives.org/bands/senser |title=Senser Concert History |website=Concert Archives |access-date=19 April 2024}}</ref>


==Soundtracks to films== ==Soundtracks to films==
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'''''How To Do Battle''''' (2009) Imprint '''''How To Do Battle''''' (2009) Imprint
:# Wake Up, You’re On Fire :# Wake Up, You're On Fire
:# Resistance Now :# Resistance Now
:# Brightest Rays :# Brightest Rays
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*"Age of Panic" (1994), Ultimate – UK #52<ref name="Strong" /> *"Age of Panic" (1994), Ultimate – UK #52<ref name="Strong" />
*"Charming Demons" (1996), Ultimate – UK #42<ref name="Strong" /> *"Charming Demons" (1996), Ultimate – UK #42<ref name="Strong" />
*"Adrenalin" (1998), Ultimate - UK #85<ref name="Official" />. #14 UK Independent Single Chart<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=1993-09-25 |title=SENSER |url=https://www.officialcharts.com/artist/29288/senser/ |access-date=2025-01-04 |website=Official Charts |language=en}}</ref>
*"Adrenalin" (1998), Ultimate - UK #85
*"Breed" (1998), Ultimate - UK #76 *"Breed" (1998), Ultimate - UK #76<ref name="Official" />. #9 UK Independent Singles Chart <ref name=":0" />
*"Weatherman", Ultimate – promo only *"Weatherman", Ultimate – promo only
*''De:Senser'' EP (1998), Ultimate *''De:Senser'' EP (1998), Ultimate
*"The Brunt" (2004), One Little Indian *"The Brunt" (2004), One Little Indian - #33 UK Independent Singles Chart <ref name=":0" />
*"Bulletproof" / "Crucible" (2004), One Little Indian *"Bulletproof" / "Crucible" (2004), One Little Indian
*"Resistance Now" (2009), Imprint *"Resistance Now" (2009), Imprint
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* '''John Morgan''' (drums, 1992–1995, 1999–present) * '''John Morgan''' (drums, 1992–1995, 1999–present)


=== Former=== === Former ===
* Steve Morton (song writing, drummer) * Steve Morton (song writing, drummer)
* Alan "Hagos/Haggis" Haggarty (sound engineering/programming/producer, 1992–1994, 1999–2004) * Alan "Hagos/Haggis" Haggarty (sound engineering/programming/producer, 1992–1994, 1999–2004)
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British rap rock band

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Senser
OriginLondon, England
Genres
Years activeLate 1980s–present
LabelsUltimate, A&M, One Little Indian, Imprint Music
MembersHeitham Al-Sayed
Kerstin Haigh
Nick Michaelson
James Barrett
John Morgan
Past membersErika Footman
Paul Soden
Alan Haggarty
Andy Clinton
Steve Morton
Websitesenser.co.uk

Senser are an English rap rock band, originally formed in South West London.

History

Senser were formed in 1991.

In 1992, they were joined by Spiral Tribe D.J, Andy Clinton. The band toured in support of psychedelic rockers the Ozric Tentacles in 1992. In 1993, the band were signed to Ultimate Records.

In 1993, Senser released two indie singles on Ultimate – "Eject" and "The Key". The latter would appear on NME Singles of the Week 1993 album.

In March 1994, Senser released their third single, "Switch", which entered the UK Singles Chart at number 39. Senser's first album, Stacked Up, was released in May 1994, and entered the UK Albums Chart at number 4.

At the beginning of 1995, Senser toured the UK supported by Skunk Anansie before setting off to tour the United States with Moby. It was during this tour that the band decided to split over musical differences. Al-Sayed and Morgan left to form a new band with Haggis called Lodestar. The remaining members of Senser found a new drummer, Paul Soden, and set about writing Senser's second album.

In the summer of 1998, Haigh was able to tour and the band released the second album, Asylum. Once again musical differences became apparent and by February 1999 the band decided to split.

In 2003, the original line-up reunited originally to perform for one show, but decided to re-form and record again. They released their third studio album SCHEMAtic in 2004.

In 2009, they released How To Do Battle.

In 2013, they released their fifth album To the Capsules via Pledgemusic and toured with Erika Footman on vocals in place of Kerstin Haigh.

In 2014, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut Stacked Up, the band re-released the album in expanded edition with a remastered version of the original tracks on the first CD, and bonus tracks from the era (remixes and previously unreleased songs) on the second disc.

Although Senser have not released new music since 2014, as of 2024 the band still perform live shows.

Soundtracks to films

"The Key" was used as part of the cult extreme 1990s ski film, The Tribe.

Senser's song "States of Mind" from Stacked Up, was used as the soundtrack to the well-known demoscene production, State of Mind, by Bomb.

In 2012, one of their songs was also used in the soundtrack to the film Learning Hebrew: A Gothsploitation Movie.

Discography

Albums

Stacked Up (1994) Ultimate/A&M UK No. 4

  1. States of Mind
  2. The Key
  3. Switch
  4. Age of Panic
  5. What's Going On
  6. One Touch One Bounce
  7. Stubborn
  8. Door Game
  9. Peanut Head
  10. Peace
  11. Eject
  12. No Comply
  13. Worth

Asylum (1998) Ultimate UK No. 73

  1. Book of Flies
  2. Charming Demons
  3. Adrenaline
  4. Strange Asylum
  5. Burn Out
  6. Desensitised
  7. Breed
  8. Lizard
  9. Oyster
  10. Weatherman

Asylum (Limited Edition) (1998) "Senser Vs. De:Senser"

  1. Charming Demons (DJ "Awe" mix)
  2. Eye Kaleid
  3. Tried & Untested
  4. Om (Harry Hogg mix)
  5. Rows of People
  6. Gabba Man

Parallel Charge (2001) Strike Back

  1. Age Of Panic
  2. Charming Demons
  3. States Of Mind
  4. Strange Asylum
  5. Switch
  6. Breed
  7. The Key
  8. Adrenalin
  9. Eject
  10. Lizard
  11. Stubborn
  12. Book of Flies
  13. No Comply
  14. Desensitized

SCHEMAtic (2004) One Little Indian

  1. Silent By
  2. 101 Infoburner
  3. Bulletproof
  4. Formula Milk
  5. Crucible
  6. Return to Zombie Island
  7. An Astounding Spectacle
  8. Photographed Files
  9. Bomb Factories
  10. A Conscious War
  11. The Brunt

How To Do Battle (2009) Imprint

  1. Wake Up, You're On Fire
  2. Resistance Now
  3. Brightest Rays
  4. 2 3 Clear
  5. Dictator Bling
  6. End Of The World Show
  7. Smoking Paranoia
  8. Sandhurst in Zero G
  9. So Refined
  10. Hex
  11. Fairytale
  12. Lights Out
  13. Arturo
  14. Blind (iTunes Bonus Track)

To The Capsules (2013)

  1. Devoid
  2. Time Travel Scratch
  3. Witch Village
  4. Wounded Spectre
  5. Break The Order
  6. Alpha Omega
  7. Liquidity
  8. Echelon
  9. Chemtrails
  10. Let There Be War

Singles

  • "Eject" (1993), Ultimate
  • "The Key" (1993), Ultimate – UK #47
  • "Switch" (1994), Ultimate – UK #39
  • "Age of Panic" (1994), Ultimate – UK #52
  • "Charming Demons" (1996), Ultimate – UK #42
  • "Adrenalin" (1998), Ultimate - UK #85. #14 UK Independent Single Chart
  • "Breed" (1998), Ultimate - UK #76. #9 UK Independent Singles Chart
  • "Weatherman", Ultimate – promo only
  • De:Senser EP (1998), Ultimate
  • "The Brunt" (2004), One Little Indian - #33 UK Independent Singles Chart
  • "Bulletproof" / "Crucible" (2004), One Little Indian
  • "Resistance Now" (2009), Imprint
  • Biting Rhymes EP (2011), Imprint – features hiphop covers

Videos/DVDs

  • States of Mind (1995), Ultimate (VHS)
  • Live at the Underworld (2006), Ignite (DVD/CD)

Members

Current

  • Heitham Al-Sayed (b. 27 February 1971) (vocals/percussion, 1992–1995, 1999–present) He is of Saudi and English parentage; also associated with Fiend and (previously) Lodestar.
  • James Barrett (bass, 1990–present)
  • Kerstin Haigh (vocals/flute, 1991–2011, 2013-present)
  • Nick Michaelson (guitar, 1990–present)
  • John Morgan (drums, 1992–1995, 1999–present)

Former

  • Steve Morton (song writing, drummer)
  • Alan "Hagos/Haggis" Haggarty (sound engineering/programming/producer, 1992–1994, 1999–2004)
  • Andy "Awe" Clinton (turntables, 1992–2017)
  • Paul Soden (drums, 1995–1999)
  • Erika Footman (vocals, 2013)

References

  1. "CD Review: Senser - 'How To Do Battle' - Soundsphere magazine". www.soundspheremag.com. Retrieved 8 January 2025.
  2. "Senser". YouTube. Retrieved 28 November 2024.
  3. ^ Strong, Martin C. (1999) The Great Alternative & Indie Discography, Canongate, ISBN 0-86241-913-1, p. 551
  4. ^ Colin Larkin, ed. (1999). The Virgin Encyclopedia of Heavy Rock (First ed.). Virgin Books. p. 393. ISBN 0-7535-0257-7.
  5. Various - New Musical Express Singles Of The Week 1993, 1994, retrieved 4 January 2025
  6. ^ "SENSER | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Officialcharts.com. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
  7. "Senser – How To Do Battle " Bring the Noise UK". Bringthenoiseuk.com. Archived from the original on 19 February 2014. Retrieved 1 February 2014.
  8. Wincott, Mark. "SENSER – To The Capsules". Metalmouth.net. Retrieved 1 February 2014.
  9. "Stacked Up XX". Senser.com.
  10. Mederios, Sarah (12 June 2018). "Senser". Last Day Deaf. Retrieved 19 April 2024.
  11. "Senser Concert History". Concert Archives. Retrieved 19 April 2024.
  12. "State of Mind by Bomb :: pouët.net". Pouet.net. Retrieved 1 February 2014.
  13. "Learning Hebrew: A Gothsploitation Movie". Learninghebrew.wibbell.co.uk. Retrieved 1 February 2014.
  14. ^ "SENSER". Official Charts. 25 September 1993. Retrieved 4 January 2025.
  15. "Senser – Biting Rhymes". Discogs.com. Retrieved 17 April 2015.

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