The Crookes are an indie pop band who formed in Sheffield in 2008. They released their first single "A Collier's Wife" in 2009 as part of the Too Pure singles club, followed by "Bloodshot Days" which was released on Heist or Hit Records in 2010. Signed by Fierce Panda Records they have subsequently released two albums, "Chasing After Ghosts" (2011) and "Hold Fast" (2012), along with an extended EP "Dreams Of Another Day" (2010).
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Hold Fast 2012
Reviewed by Mike Diver
Purposefully archaic fare that sets toes tapping when it's not sending them to sleep.
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Chasing After Ghosts 2011
Reviewed by Iain Moffatt
Sheffield indie sorts steal from all the right places on a charming debut.
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Dreams of Another Day 2010
Reviewed by Chris White
The Sheffield newcomers show potential enough to hint at a bright future.
