Artist description In a music scene dominated ex soap stars, boy/girl creations and child novelties there are still bands creating original new music. Space Hopper are such a band. They are noted for distinctive, original songs and a high standard of musicianship.

Music Style Progressive Indie / Rock

Musical Influences Yes, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Stone Roses, Queen, Bowie

Similar Artists Yes, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Stone Roses, Queen, Bowie

Artist History Formed in Manchester, UK in the early nineties Space Hopper has rapidly become a prominent unsigned band. In January 1996 under the name Acme Rocket they were asked to contribute to the press/industry sponsored Resolution Record's CD, Next Stop North a compilation of what they believe were seven most promising unsigned bands currently gigging in the North West. Since then they have enjoyed airplay on U.K. national television and numerous radio stations as far a field as the United States, Australia and Brazil. Their web site has generated considerable interest with well over 6000 music downloads this year.

Group Members Michael Dolan : Vocals Ian Drumm : Keyboards, Guitar Mark Watling : Lead Guitar Steve Watling : Drums Tim Whiteley : Bass

Instruments vocal, guitar, keyboards, bass, drums

Location Manchester, Lancs - United Kingdom

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