Fashion

This band from Birmingham, England, blended offbeat funk with an independent spirit that seemed destined to ensure them commercial success. Originally a trio comprising John Mulligan (bass), Dix (drums) and Luke (guitar), Fashion issued three diverse singles on their own label, spurred on by the do-it-yourself attitudes in the wake of punk. After November 1978's ‘Steady Eddie Steady' came ‘Citinite' in June and then Perfect Product, an impressive debut album. ‘Silver Blades' followed in March 1980, ensuring a contract with Arista Records. Now swelled to a six-piece with Martin...