BIOGRAPHY
Lush is a British alternative rock group formed in London in 1987. The group is often associated with the "shoegazing" musical movement, characterized by a style blending guitar distortions, atmospheric sound effects, and ethereal melodies. Lush consists of Miki Berenyi (vocals, guitar), Emma Anderson (guitar, vocals), Phil King (bass), and Chris Acland (drums).
The group gained recognition with the release of several EPs in the late 1980s and early 1990s, which established their unique sound. Their first album, "Spooky," released in 1992 under the label 4AD and produced by Robin Guthrie of Cocteau Twins, was well-received for its mix of sound textures and catchy melodies. They released several more albums thereafter, including "Split" in 1994 and "Lovelife" in 1996, which marked a shift towards a more pop approach.
The suicide of drummer Chris Acland in 1996 led to the group's dissolution shortly thereafter. Lush briefly reformed in 2016 for a series of concerts and released a new EP, "Blind Spot." This reunion was followed by an announcement of a definitive separation in 2017. Lush's sound and influence remain notable in the indie and shoegaze music landscape.