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Manic Street Preachers

Musical Group

Welsh rock band formed in 1986, led by James Dean Bradfield, Nicky Wire and Sean Moore; noted for politically charged lyrics, stylistic shifts from punk to orchestral pop, and the disappearance of former member Richey Edwards.

Core trio: James Dean Bradfield, Nicky Wire, Sean Moore. Richey Edwards disappeared on 1 February 1995 and was declared presumed dead in 2008. The band is known for albums including The Holy Bible, Everything Must Go and This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours.

DeBaser's reviews treat Manic Street Preachers as a politically charged Welsh rock band whose career ranges from raw punk fury to melodic, orchestral pop. Critics praise landmark records (The Holy Bible, Everything Must Go) and often respond emotionally to Richey Edwards' disappearance. Later albums are described as mature, varied and sometimes divisive.

For:Fans of alternative rock and Britrock, music critics, readers interested in politically charged guitar bands and band history.

 Long live the Manics. And long live me. I’m going to get ready.

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 "Journal for Plague Lovers" breaks that taboo, it is a collection of notes written by Richey before leaving his identity, readapted in lyrical form, set to music, and turned into a genuine album.

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 "I don't want my children to grow up like me, it is so destroying, it’s a mocking disease. A wasting disease."

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 "The Holy Bible" is an endless tunnel with no way out, the forlorn and funereal lament of those who cannot win their personal battles.

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