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Pixies was formed in 1986 (Boston, MA, USA) and split in 1993. The band was better credited after releasing four albums and after its disbandment. Although, the critics always loved them, the audience and records buyers were small in number. However, many artists have mentioned the band as a big source of inspiration and their aftermath has put them on a pedestal, also, their albums have had fine sales in the late '90s and in the new millennium, and (maybe) as a consequence of that the band reunited in 2004. I think the first song I heard with the band was "Monkey Gone to Heaven". I simply loved the song and still find it refreshing and truly beautiful.The band split after their last real studio release. Black Francis went solo as Frank Black, continuing his 'detour' into experimental noise rock and alt. country - I never got that, whereas Kim Deal had more success in forming The Breeders with her sister Kelley among others, making very interesting alternative, indie, garage rock. Actually, they formed in 1990 and had a huge success with their second album and highly recommendable Last Splash (1993). Somehow Pixies actually peaked after their split. My guess is that their music simply was too strange and unpredictable for many at the time when they released it. Several compilation albums received good sales, and their renowned status may have had some importance in Pixies re-union for live performances in the new millennium, and with great success. Maybe they're still playing the good old stuff somewhere.
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My own Pixies collection of vinyl and cd albums (1987-1991)
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