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On this day, 27 May 1988, alternative rock band House of Love played Cardiff University.
Formed in London in 1986 by singer-songwriter-guitarist Guy Chadwick and co-founder and lead guitarist Terry Bickers.
They rose to prominence in 1987 with their first single "Shine On", released on the independent label Creation.
The following year, the band released their critically acclaimed eponymous debut album and built their reputation over the next few years through subsequent releases, constant touring and the support of English press.
They signed with Fontana Records in 1989 and met commercial success in 1990 with their second self-titled album, which peaked at number 8 in the UK albums chart.
Their third album, Babe Rainbow, was favourably met by the critics in 1992 and also reached the top 40 in the UK.
LINE UP
Guy Chadwick, Terry Bickers, Pete Evans, Chris Groothuizen
SETLIST
SALOME
DESTROY THE HEART
FISHERMAN’S TALE
MAN TO CHILD
CHRISTINE
PLASTIC
SULPHUR
SHINE ON
NOTHING TO ME
REAL ANIMAL
I WANNA BE YOUR DOG
