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'''The Moons''' are a British indie rock band formed in Northampton 2008 by singer/guitarist/songwriter Andy Crofts. <ref name="NOIZE">{{cite news|url=http://www.noizemakesenemies.co.uk/2010/02/review-moons-life-on-earth.html|title=Review // The Moons – Life On Earth|last=Banks|first=Vanessa|publisher=NOIZE|accessdate=6 April 2010}}</ref><ref name="Weekender Podcast Interview with The Moons">{{cite news|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/northamptonshire/content/articles/2005/04/01/weekender_on_this_show_feature.shtml|title=Weekender Podcast Interview with The Moons|date=2009-08-20|publisher=BBC|accessdate=6 April 2010}}</ref> The Moons currently have one studio album released on ] called ''Life On Earth'' and a brand new album ''"Fables of History"'' to be released by ] in September 2012. '''The Moons''' are an ] indie rock band formed in Northampton 2008 by singer/guitarist/songwriter Andy Crofts.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.clashmusic.com/news/preview-the-moons-fables-of-history|title=Preview: The Moons - Fables Of History|work=Clash Magazine|date=14 September 2012 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://acerecords.co.uk/features/top-10s/andy-crofts|title=Ace Records|author=Ace Records|work=acerecords.co.uk}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hofner-guitars.com/news/news/view/label/Andy%20Crofts/|title=News - Hofner Guitars and Strings|work=hofner-guitars.com}}</ref><ref name="NOIZE">{{cite news|url=http://www.noizemakesenemies.co.uk/2010/02/review-moons-life-on-earth.html|title=Review // The Moons – Life On Earth|last=Banks|first=Vanessa|publisher=NOIZE|access-date=6 April 2010}}</ref><ref name="Weekender Podcast Interview with The Moons">{{cite news|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/northamptonshire/content/articles/2005/04/01/weekender_on_this_show_feature.shtml|title=Weekender Podcast Interview with The Moons|date=2009-08-20|publisher=BBC|access-date=6 April 2010}}</ref> The Moons have released four studio albums; ''Pocket Melodies'' (2020) on Colorama Records, ''Mindwaves'' (2014) and ''Fables of History'' (2012) on Schnitzel Records Ltd and the debut ''Life On Earth'' on ] in 2010.


== History == == History ==

===Early days (2006-2007)=== ===Early days (2006-2007)===


At the end of 2006, Croft's former band The On Offs broke up. Shortly after this Crofts and Ben Gordelier worked together for the first time, recording bass and drums for former On Offs frontman and friend Danny Connors on one of his projects. As a solo artist, Crofts had built up a collection of demos during The On Offs period, and in 2007 he made a Myspace page (under band name 'The Moons') and uploaded a few songs to gain feedback. Within days ] had picked up on Croft's songs and put ] esq instrumental "Intermission Rag" in their current top 10. Crofts decided to form The Moons as a solo project inviting musicians and friends to play when needed. At the end of 2006, Crofts' former band ] broke up. Shortly after this Crofts and Ben Gordelier worked together for the first time, recording bass and drums for former On Offs frontman and friend ] on one of his projects. As a solo artist, Crofts had built up a collection of demos during The On Offs period, and in 2007 he made a Myspace page (under band name 'The Moons') and uploaded a few songs to gain feedback. Within days Lois Wilson of '']'' magazine had praised Croft's song "Intermission Rag" a (] esq instrumental) in ''Mojo'' magazine. Crofts decided to form The Moons soon after inviting various musicians such as ] drummer Luke Goddard and friends to play when needed.


===The Lunar Sessions (2007-2008)=== ===The Lunar Sessions (2008 - 2009)===
The first recorded demo was ''The Lunar Sessions'', on which Crofts played all instruments except drums, which were played by Danny Connors. Crofts released the song "Don't Go Changin" on his own label, Colorama Records, on a limited white 7" vinyl. Live performances were done with the help of friends, but Crofts soon assembled a regular line-up with Ben Gordelier (drums), Adam Leeds (bass) and Chris Ketley (guitar). Good friend Chris went on to play for ] and then ]<ref name="NOIZE" /><ref name="Mod Culture">{{cite news|url=http://www.modculture.info/2008/02/new-band-the-mo.html|title=New band: The Moons|date=2008-02-18|publisher=Mod Culture|accessdate=6 April 2010}}</ref> The first recorded demo was ''The Lunar Sessions'', on which Crofts played all instruments except drums, which were played by Danny Connors. Crofts released the song "Don't Go Changin" <ref></ref> on his own label, Colorama Records, on a limited white 7" vinyl. Live performances were done with the help of friends, but Crofts soon assembled a regular line-up with ] (drums), Adam Leeds (bass) and ] (guitar). Good friend Chris went on to play for ] and then ].<ref name="NOIZE" /><ref name="Mod Culture">{{cite news|url=http://www.modculture.info/2008/02/new-band-the-mo.html|title=New band: The Moons|date=2008-02-18|publisher=Mod Culture|access-date=6 April 2010}}</ref> Chris and Adam eventually moved on from the band, and James Bagshaw and Tom Warmsley had joined the band on guitar and keys, completing the new line-up.
]


===''Life On Earth'' (Late 2008-09-10)=== ===''Life On Earth'' (2010)===
The Moons recorded their debut album ''Life On Earth'' (released on ], March 2010) in ]'s studio. The album featured new versions of the Lunar Session tracks. Weller played piano on "Wondering" and lead guitar on "Last Night On Earth". The first track, "Don't Go Changing", was recorded at Dulcitone Studios with ]. With new members James Edward Bagshaw on Guitar and Tom Warmsley on Hammond and Piano, The Moons toured extensively playing headline shows and supporting ] and ]. Four tracks from Life On Earth were released as singles and the album made it into the top 30 of the Indie charts.{{citation needed|date=December 2010}} Though the album received great praise and earnt many fans, Crofts felt the album could have been musically better and less rushed. The Moons recorded their debut album ''Life On Earth'' (released on ], March 2010) in ]'s studio. The album featured new versions of the Lunar Session tracks and the official first single release was "Torn Between Two". A slow psych groover and fuzz galore. Paul Weller played piano on the track "Wondering" and lead guitar on "Last Night On Earth". The first track, "Don't Go Changing", was recorded at ] with ]. The Moons toured extensively playing headline shows and supporting many acts including ] and ]. Four tracks from Life On Earth were released as singles and the album made it into the top 30. Though the album received great praise and earned many fans, Crofts felt the album could have been musically better and less rushed.
In between shows and tours, The Moons played live Radio shows for the ] with ] and ] and played In-Store shows at Oxford Street ] and Carnaby Street ]. A highlight of the year was their support slot for ] at the ] in October. The Moons spent the rest of the year demo-ing song towards their second album with ] and Seb Lewsley at Westheath Yard studios. In between shows and tours, The Moons played live Radio shows for the ] with ] and ] and played In-Store shows at Oxford Street ] and Carnaby Street. A highlight of the year was their support slot for ] at the ] in October.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.royalalberthall.com/tickets/ocean-colour-scene/default.aspx|title=Ocean Colour Scene|work=Royal Albert Hall}}</ref> The Moons spent the rest of the year demo-ing song towards their second album with ] and Seb Lewsley at Westheath Yard studios, London.


===2011=== ===2011===


While taking time out to record their second album with Edwyn Collins, The Moons returned to the live circuit in 2011 with new album material at The Gibson Lounge London, part of the MERC Live gig series in conjunction with Gibson Guitars and ''Clash Magazine''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Clash Magazine Review MERC LIVE|url=http://www.clashmusic.com/live-review/merc-live-the-moons|work=clash music}}</ref> While taking time out to record their second album with Edwyn Collins, The Moons returned to the live circuit in 2011 with new album material at The Gibson Lounge London, part of the MERC Live gig series in conjunction with Gibson Guitars and ''Clash Magazine''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Clash Magazine Review MERC LIVE|url=http://www.clashmusic.com/live-review/merc-live-the-moons|work=clash music|date=11 April 2011 }}</ref>


The Moons were featured as part of the ] JD Set.<ref>http://thejdset.co.uk/music/bands/themoons.aspx</ref> Chosen by ] to pay tribute to The Smiths, The Moons performed cover versions of ] songs along ], ] and ] of ]. The band performed "There Is A Light That Never Goes Out" at Manchester's Band On The Wall venue on May 12, 2011. In October they supported ] on their European Tour.{{Citation needed|date=May 2012}} The Moons were featured as part of the ] ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://thejdset.co.uk/music/bands/themoons.aspx|title=Jack Daniel's The JD Set - Live Gigs Nationwide - Cutting Edge Music|work=thejdset.co.uk}}</ref> Chosen by ]' ] to pay tribute to The Smiths, The Moons performed cover versions of ] songs along ], ] and ] of ]. The band performed "There Is A Light That Never Goes Out" at Manchester's Band On The Wall venue on 12 May 2011. In October they supported ] on their European Tour.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://stopcryingyourheartoutnews.blogspot.co.uk/2011/09/beady-eye-announce-support-for-number.html|title=Beady Eye Announce Support For A Number Of European Dates ~ Latest Oasis, Beady Eye And Noel Gallagher News|work=stopcryingyourheartoutnews.blogspot.co.uk}}</ref>


===2012=== ===2012===
<br />
<br />


2012 started as a quiet year for Crofts. Though he had been writing demos and recording songs, he had no shows lined up for The Moons. Instead he took The Moons into the studio to complete the mixing of the second album "Fables Of History" where he met new keyboard player Tom Van Heel who was working in the studio.<ref name=autogenerated1>{{cite web|url=http://www.clashmusic.com/news/the-moons-return-with-new-album|title=The Moons Return With New Album|work=Clash Magazine|date=20 August 2012 }}</ref>
]
The album was mixed and produced over two weeks by known producer ] who in the past had worked with ], ], ] and Paul Weller's 2012 No1 album '']''.
<br />
The album was mastered by ] in LA and soon returned to Crofts.
<br />


Crofts and band signed a new record deal with East London label ], Insisting that the deal had to be done correctly, Crofts refused to sign the deal unless it was signed on a new/full moon 21 February.
2012 started as a quite year for Crofts. Though he had been writing demos and recording songs, he had no shows lined up for The Moons. Instead he took The Moons into the studio to complete the mixing of the second album "Fables Of History".
The deal was signed with ] and plans for the album and singles were immediately in place. The first single to come from the new album was "Double Vision Love" and "English Summer" on limited 7" vinyl and download. The B side "English Summer" was a simple observational song by Crofts and captured the essence of a typical day in Britain. Also in May The Moons supported ] on their only headline show of the year at ] as warm up ] support.
The album was mixed and produced over two weeks by known producer Jan 'Stan' Kybert who in the past had worked with ], ], ] and Paul Wellers 2012 No1 album ].
In May ]<ref>{{cite AV media|url=http://vimeo.com/42349710|title=Summer Holiday 2012 - Seasonal|work=Vimeo}}</ref> clothing company used The Moons song "English Summer" (taken from the Double Vision Love single B side) for their 2012 Summer Holiday fashion campaign. The song has already become the summer anthem for many fans of The Moons. The second album ''Fables of History'' was released on 24 September 2012 with a limited white vinyl and two album covers.<ref name=autogenerated1 /><ref name=autogenerated2>{{cite web|url=https://www.nme.com/reviews/various-artists/13702|title=NME Reviews - The Moons - 'Fables Of History' - NME.COM|date=21 September 2012|work=NME.COM}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.musicomh.com/reviews/albums/the-moons-fables-of-history|title=The Moons – Fables Of History|work=musicOMH|date=23 September 2012 }}</ref>
The album was mastered by ] in LA and soon returned to Crofts.


The second single to come from the album was the grande "Jennifer (Sits Alone)". "A beautiful song for outsiders" says Crofts. The single became part 2 of the collectors vinyls
Crofts signed a new record deal with East London label ], Insisting that the deal had to be done correctly, Crofts refused to sign the deal unless it was signed on a new moon 21st February.
accompanied with a music video in an old London library featuring Jennie Watson.
The deal was signed with ] and plans for the album and singles were immediately in place. The first single to come from the new album was "Double Vision Love" and "English Summer"
The band went through another transition after James and Tom left The Moons to form the band ]. Crofts recruited friends ] former bass player of ] from Liverpool and local guitarist Chris Watson to complete The Moons line-up. The final single to come from the album late in 2012 was the song Something Soon.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.promonews.tv/2013/01/02/the-moons-ft-paul-weller-something-soon-by-joseph-connor/ |title=The Moons ft Paul Weller 'Something Soon' by Joseph Connor |access-date=3 August 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130217023829/http://www.promonews.tv/2013/01/02/the-moons-ft-paul-weller-something-soon-by-joseph-connor/ |archive-date=17 February 2013 |url-status=dead }}</ref> The song featured ] and completed the trilogy of collectors singles. A music video was made also featuring Weller and became a hot favourite to Moons fans and the indie scene. All of The Moons videos were made by director Joe Connor who had already worked with many bands such as ], ] and ]. Joe's work for The Moons undoubtedly give the band the perfect transition to screen. The Moons loyalty to Joe Connor has remained and the band continue to work with him.
on limited 7" vinyl and download. The song Double Vision Love was written by fellow musician at the time James Bagshaw and was released on May 25th. English Summer was a simple observational song by Crofts
and captured the essence of a typical day in Britain. Also in May The Moons supported ] on their only headline show if the year at ] as warm up the ] support.
In May ] clothing company used The Moons song "English Summer" (taken from the Double Vision Love single B side) for their 2012 Summer Holiday fashion campaign. The song has already become the summer anthem
for many fans of The Moons.


== Discography ==
The second single to come from the album is the grande "Jennifer (Sits Alone)". "A beautiful song for an outsider named Jennifer" says Crofts. The release of the single is 10th September making it part 2 of the collectors vinyls
and also to be released on download.


The album "Fables Of History" is for release September 24th on Cd, Download and 12" limited Vinyl . The album features 12 original songs. Friend of Crofts, ] guests on the track "Something Soon" singing lead vocals with Crofts.

Track listing.

Be not me,
Forever came today,
Revolutionary lovers,
Jennifer (sits alone),
Double vision love,
English summer,
Something soon,
It's taking over,
Can you see me,
Habit of a lifetime,
Lights out,
The first goodbyw,

The Moons head out on a 15 date tour of the UK to coincide with the new album release including instores at ] east and ] in Covent Garden London.
]

== Discography ==
=== Albums === === Albums ===
* ''Life On Earth'' (2010)<ref name="musicOMH">{{cite news|url=http://www.musicomh.com/albums/moons_0310.htm|title=The Moons - Life On Earth |last=Kilby|first=Gemma|date=2010-03-15|publisher=musicOMH|accessdate=6 April 2010}}</ref> * ''Life On Earth'' (March 2010)<ref name="musicOMH">{{cite news|url=http://www.musicomh.com/albums/moons_0310.htm|title=The Moons - Life On Earth |last=Kilby|first=Gemma|date=2010-03-15|publisher=musicOMH|access-date=6 April 2010}}</ref>
* ''Fables Of History'' (September 2012)
* ''Mindwaves'' (July 2014)
* ''Pocket Melodies'' (October 2020)


{| class="wikitable"
''"Fables Of History" (September 2012)''
! width="18" | Year
! width="245" | Album
! width="150" | UK Albums Chart position
! width="150" | UK Indie Albums Chart position
|-
| 2010
| ''Life on Earth''
{{smalldiv|
*Released 15 March 2010
*Label: ]}}
|align="center"| -
|align="center"|27
|-
| 2012
| ''Fables of History''
{{smalldiv|
*Released 24 September 2012
*Label: Schnitzel Records Ltd}}
|align="center"| -
|align="center"| 27
|-
| 2014
| ''Mindwaves''
{{smalldiv|
*Released 21 July 2014
*Label: Schnitzel Records Ltd}}
|align="center"| -
|align="center"| 25
|-
| 2020
| ''Pocket Melodies''
{{smalldiv|
*Released 23 October 2020
*Label: Colorama Records}}
|align="center"| -
|align="center"| 12
|}


===Singles===
'''
{| class="wikitable"
=== Singles ===
! width="30" rowspan="2"| Release date
'''<br>
! width="200" rowspan="2"| Title
Don't Go Changin' / Torn Between Two (Self release on Colorama Records 2008)<br><br>
! colspan="2" | Chart positions

|-
'''''Life On earth singles''' ] (2010)<br>
| width="60" style="text-align:center;"|<small>]</small>
* Torn Between Two / Leaving Here <br>
| width="60" style="text-align:center;"|<small>]</small>
* Let It Go / It's Taking Over (demo) <br>
|-
* Nightmare Day / Wondering<br>
|rowspan="4" style="text-align:center;"|2010
* Everyday Heroes / Rear Window<br><br>''
|''Torn Between Two / Leaving Here''

|style="text-align:center;"| -
'''Fables Of History singles''' ''] (2012)<br>''''''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
* Double Vision Love / English Summer<br>
|-
* Jennifer (Sits Alone) / It's Too Late<br><br>''''
|''Nightmare Day / Wondering''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|''Let It Go / Its taking Over (Alternative recording)''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|''Everyday Heroes / Rear Window''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|rowspan="3" style="text-align:center;"|2012
|''Double Vision Love / English Summer''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|''Jennifer (Sits Alone) / It's Too Late''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|''Something Soon / Revolutionary Lovers (picture disc)''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|rowspan="3" style="text-align:center;"|2014
|''Heart And Soul / Sex Robot / Get Ready (The Temptations cover)''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|''Body Snatchers / Everybody's Happy Nowadays (Buzzcocks cover)''
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|style="text-align:center;"| -
|-
|}


== External links == == External links ==
* {{Official website|http://www.themoons.co.uk}} *{{official website|http://www.themoons.co.uk}}


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The Moons
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Background information
OriginNorthampton, England
Genres
Years active2008–present
Labels
Members
  • Andy Crofts
  • Ben Gordelier
  • Chris Watson
  • Ben Curtis
  • Tom Van Heel
Past members
  • Chris Ketley
  • Adam Leeds
  • James Edward Bagshaw
  • Thomas Walmsley
  • Adam Macleod
  • Luke Goddard
Websitethemoons.co.uk

The Moons are an English indie rock band formed in Northampton 2008 by singer/guitarist/songwriter Andy Crofts. The Moons have released four studio albums; Pocket Melodies (2020) on Colorama Records, Mindwaves (2014) and Fables of History (2012) on Schnitzel Records Ltd and the debut Life On Earth on Acid Jazz Records in 2010.

History

Early days (2006-2007)

At the end of 2006, Crofts' former band The On Offs broke up. Shortly after this Crofts and Ben Gordelier worked together for the first time, recording bass and drums for former On Offs frontman and friend Danny Connors on one of his projects. As a solo artist, Crofts had built up a collection of demos during The On Offs period, and in 2007 he made a Myspace page (under band name 'The Moons') and uploaded a few songs to gain feedback. Within days Lois Wilson of Mojo magazine had praised Croft's song "Intermission Rag" a (Joe Meek esq instrumental) in Mojo magazine. Crofts decided to form The Moons soon after inviting various musicians such as The On Offs drummer Luke Goddard and friends to play when needed.

The Lunar Sessions (2008 - 2009)

The first recorded demo was The Lunar Sessions, on which Crofts played all instruments except drums, which were played by Danny Connors. Crofts released the song "Don't Go Changin" on his own label, Colorama Records, on a limited white 7" vinyl. Live performances were done with the help of friends, but Crofts soon assembled a regular line-up with Ben Gordelier (drums), Adam Leeds (bass) and Chris Ketley (guitar). Good friend Chris went on to play for The Rakes and then Ellie Goulding. Chris and Adam eventually moved on from the band, and James Bagshaw and Tom Warmsley had joined the band on guitar and keys, completing the new line-up.

Andy Crofts performing with The Moons in 2009

Life On Earth (2010)

The Moons recorded their debut album Life On Earth (released on Acid Jazz Records, March 2010) in Paul Weller's studio. The album featured new versions of the Lunar Session tracks and the official first single release was "Torn Between Two". A slow psych groover and fuzz galore. Paul Weller played piano on the track "Wondering" and lead guitar on "Last Night On Earth". The first track, "Don't Go Changing", was recorded at Dulcitone Studios with Lee Russell. The Moons toured extensively playing headline shows and supporting many acts including Ocean Colour Scene and The Rifles. Four tracks from Life On Earth were released as singles and the album made it into the top 30. Though the album received great praise and earned many fans, Crofts felt the album could have been musically better and less rushed. In between shows and tours, The Moons played live Radio shows for the BBC with Janice Long and Mark Lamarr and played In-Store shows at Oxford Street HMV and Carnaby Street. A highlight of the year was their support slot for Ocean Colour Scene at the Royal Albert Hall in October. The Moons spent the rest of the year demo-ing song towards their second album with Edwyn Collins and Seb Lewsley at Westheath Yard studios, London.

2011

While taking time out to record their second album with Edwyn Collins, The Moons returned to the live circuit in 2011 with new album material at The Gibson Lounge London, part of the MERC Live gig series in conjunction with Gibson Guitars and Clash Magazine.

The Moons were featured as part of the Channel 4 JD Set. Chosen by The Stone Roses' Mani to pay tribute to The Smiths, The Moons performed cover versions of The Smiths songs along Kid British, Little Barrie and Tom Clarke of The Enemy. The band performed "There Is A Light That Never Goes Out" at Manchester's Band On The Wall venue on 12 May 2011. In October they supported Beady Eye on their European Tour.

2012

2012 started as a quiet year for Crofts. Though he had been writing demos and recording songs, he had no shows lined up for The Moons. Instead he took The Moons into the studio to complete the mixing of the second album "Fables Of History" where he met new keyboard player Tom Van Heel who was working in the studio. The album was mixed and produced over two weeks by known producer Jan 'Stan' Kybert who in the past had worked with Oasis, Massive Attack, The Rifles and Paul Weller's 2012 No1 album Sonik Kicks. The album was mastered by Howie Weinberg in LA and soon returned to Crofts.

Crofts and band signed a new record deal with East London label Schnitzel Records Ltd., Insisting that the deal had to be done correctly, Crofts refused to sign the deal unless it was signed on a new/full moon 21 February. The deal was signed with Schnitzel Records Ltd. and plans for the album and singles were immediately in place. The first single to come from the new album was "Double Vision Love" and "English Summer" on limited 7" vinyl and download. The B side "English Summer" was a simple observational song by Crofts and captured the essence of a typical day in Britain. Also in May The Moons supported Beady Eye on their only headline show of the year at Warrington Parr Hall as warm up the Stone Roses support. In May Jack Wills clothing company used The Moons song "English Summer" (taken from the Double Vision Love single B side) for their 2012 Summer Holiday fashion campaign. The song has already become the summer anthem for many fans of The Moons. The second album Fables of History was released on 24 September 2012 with a limited white vinyl and two album covers.

The second single to come from the album was the grande "Jennifer (Sits Alone)". "A beautiful song for outsiders" says Crofts. The single became part 2 of the collectors vinyls accompanied with a music video in an old London library featuring Jennie Watson. The band went through another transition after James and Tom left The Moons to form the band Temples. Crofts recruited friends Ben Curtis former bass player of The Sand Band from Liverpool and local guitarist Chris Watson to complete The Moons line-up. The final single to come from the album late in 2012 was the song Something Soon. The song featured Paul Weller and completed the trilogy of collectors singles. A music video was made also featuring Weller and became a hot favourite to Moons fans and the indie scene. All of The Moons videos were made by director Joe Connor who had already worked with many bands such as The Courteeners, Band of Skulls and Paul Weller. Joe's work for The Moons undoubtedly give the band the perfect transition to screen. The Moons loyalty to Joe Connor has remained and the band continue to work with him.

Discography

Albums

  • Life On Earth (March 2010)
  • Fables Of History (September 2012)
  • Mindwaves (July 2014)
  • Pocket Melodies (October 2020)
Year Album UK Albums Chart position UK Indie Albums Chart position
2010 Life on Earth - 27
2012 Fables of History
  • Released 24 September 2012
  • Label: Schnitzel Records Ltd
- 27
2014 Mindwaves
  • Released 21 July 2014
  • Label: Schnitzel Records Ltd
- 25
2020 Pocket Melodies
  • Released 23 October 2020
  • Label: Colorama Records
- 12

Singles

Release date Title Chart positions
UK Singles Chart UK
IND
2010 Torn Between Two / Leaving Here - -
Nightmare Day / Wondering - -
Let It Go / Its taking Over (Alternative recording) - -
Everyday Heroes / Rear Window - -
2012 Double Vision Love / English Summer - -
Jennifer (Sits Alone) / It's Too Late - -
Something Soon / Revolutionary Lovers (picture disc) - -
2014 Heart And Soul / Sex Robot / Get Ready (The Temptations cover) - -
Body Snatchers / Everybody's Happy Nowadays (Buzzcocks cover) - -

External links

References

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