Au Pairs

Musical Group

Forfans of post-punk and politically engaged music; listeners who appreciate danceable, feminist-leaning alternative rock.
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The Profile

Au Pairs are an English post-punk band from Birmingham, noted for tight, danceable arrangements and politically charged, feminist lyrics. The lineup referenced in reviews includes Leslie Woods (vocals, guitar), Jayne Munro (bass), Paul Foad (guitar) and Peter Hammond (drums). Their album Playing With a Different Sex is frequently highlighted.

Origin: Birmingham, England. Two key studio albums include Playing With a Different Sex (1981) and Sense and Sensuality (1982). Known for politicized, feminist lyrical themes and a rhythmic post-punk approach.

Reviews praise the Au Pairs' tight, danceable post-punk sound and Leslie Woods's raspy, commanding voice. The band's work is noted for political and feminist lyrical content and a rhythmic, groove-driven approach. Playing With a Different Sex is frequently highlighted as a graceful, fast, and enjoyable record.

Notable Quotes

❝ A pulsing bass at the forefront, precise and crisp rhythmic section, with a black extraction, two rough yet gentle guitars, and above it all, the splendid raspy voice of Leslie Woods.