Elastica is an English rock band fronted by Justine Frischmann, formed in 1992. Their self-titled debut (1995) earned attention for its concise, post‑punk‑tinged songs; the band's second album, The Menace, followed in 2000.

Justine Frischmann was an early member of Suede before forming Elastica. The band's self-titled debut was released in 1995; their second album, The Menace, was released in 2000. Contemporary commentary discusses the band's Britpop context and later reputation.

Two DeBaser reviews reassess Elastica's 1995 debut: compact, post‑punk–inflected pop with short songs and clear influences. Critics praise Justine Frischmann's presence but note compositional unevenness. The band is seen as influential within Britpop and later indie acts.

For:Fans of 1990s Britpop, post-punk revival and concise indie rock

 Don’t expect anything groundbreaking or innovative. Just delightful little songs, all except for a couple that exceed four, under three minutes, but some even under two.

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 The Elastica were once described as the fifth element missing in the alchemy of the Britpop era.

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