Six by Seven

The Profile

Six by Seven are a British indie/space rock band formed in Nottingham in 1994, led by singer-guitarist Chris Olley. Early albums like The Things We Make (1998) and The Closer You Get (2000) drew critical acclaim. The band later pursued DIY releases via Saturday Night Sunday Morning Records, returning with Love and Peace and Sympathy in 2013.

Reviews highlight DIY distribution and limited runs (often under 1000 copies) via the official site; an interview notes industry struggles and that NME hailed the 7-minute debut single European Me as “one of the best singles of all time.” Their live lore includes a 17-minute noise-psychedelic piece at Leicester’s Charlotte during the britpop era.

Four DeBaser reviews chart Six by Seven’s shoegaze/noise storms and stubborn DIY path. From early critical highs to limited-edition self-releases, the band’s grit and feedback remain. An interview with Chris Olley digs into survival, distribution, and the new album’s intent. Emotion runs high, especially around The Closer You Get and their myth-making live history.