Felt

The Profile

Felt are an English band formed by Lawrence (Lawrence Hayward) in 1979, active through 1989. Early line-ups featured guitarist Maurice Deebank; the group is known for jangly, guitar-led indie pop and literate lyrics.

Lawrence stated an ambition to produce ten albums in ten years (mentioned in reviews). The band's early records involved Maurice Deebank's distinctive guitar work. Their debut Crumbling The Antiseptic Beauty was released on Cherry Red (referenced in the review). The Splendour Of Fear (discussed in the review) contains lengthy instrumental passages such as "The Stagnant Pool".

A detailed, evocative take on Felt's The Splendour Of Fear emphasizing Birmingham's atmosphere, Lawrence's lyrical resignation, and Maurice Deebank's guitar work. The review situates the album in early-80s UK social context and notes Tom Verlaine's influence. Overall appraisal is admiring of musicianship while noting limited commercial impact.