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The Teardrop Explodes: English band formed Oct. 1978 in Liverpool, UK. The band was dissolved Oct. 15, 1982. Members: Julian Cope (vocals, bass), Paul Simpson (keyboards), Gary Dwyer (drums), Mick Finkler (guitar), David Balfe (keyboards), Alan Gill (guitar), Troy Tate (guitar), Jeff Hammer (keyboards), Alfie Agius (bass), Ron François (bass). The band was one of many not to last long that came out of the punk explosion. TE had its very own distinct style - a blend of new wave with psychedelic rock or neo-psychedelia. THE driving force behind both music and lyrics of the band was Julian Cope who went solo in the aftermath of TE, and he has continued the very style of the band in his many solo projects.
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