The Hoosiers

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Formed 2003.

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Biography

The Hoosiers are an English comedy pop/rock band, consisting of members Irwin Sparkes (lead vocals, lead guitar), Martin Skarendahl (bass guitar, rhythm guitar), Sam Swallow (keyboard, backing vocals) and Alan Sharland (drums, percussion).

Their first single "Worried About Ray" reached #5 on the UK Singles Chart in July 2007. In October 2007, they released their debut album The Trick to Life, which reached number 1 in the album charts. The band have released their second top ten album The Illusion of Safety which was released on 16 August 2010 and was preceded by the lead single "Choices" which was released on 1 August 2010.

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BBC Reviews

  1. The Illusion of Safety 2010

    Review of The Illusion of Safety

    Reviewed by Johnny Sharp

    Fashion-resistant Anglo-Swedish trio serve up more radio-friendly, feel-good pop.

  2. Trick To Life 2007

    Review of Trick To Life

    Reviewed by Sonja D'Cruze

    A somewhat underwhelming start to this band's career...

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