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Paul Draper

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English singer-songwriter, former frontman of Mansun; released debut solo album Spooky Action (2017) after a long hiatus.

Former Mansun frontman; diagnosed with a malignant tumor during Mansun sessions and underwent chemotherapy (mentioned in reviews). Collaborated with Skin and The Anchoress; The Anchoress performs backing vocals on several Spooky Action tracks. Dominic Chad (Mansun guitarist) co-wrote one track included on the album. Spooky Action includes songs highlighted in reviews such as "Don’t Poke The Bear", "Grey House" and "Jealousy Is A Powerful Emotion".

The available review praises Paul Draper’s solo debut Spooky Action as a strong comeback, noting prog and indie influences, rich arrangements, and standout tracks like "Don’t Poke The Bear." The review highlights collaborations (The Anchoress, Skin) and references Draper’s health-related hiatus. Overall reception in the review is enthusiastic.

For:Fans of British indie/alternative rock, Mansun followers, listeners of singer-songwriter comebacks

 "Spooky Action," the first solo album by former Mansun frontman Paul Draper, was somewhat the "Chinese Democracy" of British indie rock.

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