Ash (band)

Ash are a band which were originally formed in Downpatrick (Northern Ireland) in 1992. Before the formation of Ash, Mark and Tim played in a high school band called "Vietnam" with some of their friends. Ash's music, though originally commonly described as Britpop, has also been categorised as indie, rock and punk.

Related Topics:
Downpatrick - Northern Ireland - 1992 - Britpop - Indie - Rock - Punk

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The original band members were Tim Wheeler (vocals / guitar), Mark Hamilton (bass guitar) and Rick McMurray (drums). The three were later joined by Charlotte Hatherley (guitar/vocals), who is now having a successful solo career.

Related Topics:
Tim Wheeler - Vocals - Guitar - Mark Hamilton - Bass guitar - Rick McMurray - Drum - Charlotte Hatherley

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Initially inspired by Twisted Sister and Iron Maiden in the early 90s, Tim and Mark formed a heavy metal band called Vietnam with a few schoolfriends. After barely a couple of gigs they were left on their own when the others left. Requiring a drummer they had a few drinks with Rick, who was in the year above them at school and had switched from playing the guitar to drums. They then ambitiously decided to try to develop their own music.

Related Topics:
Twisted Sister - Iron Maiden

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In 2002 Q magazine named Ash as one of the "50 Bands To See Before You Die".

Related Topics:
2002 - ''Q'' magazine - 50 Bands To See Before You Die

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