The Chameleons

The Profile

The Chameleons are an English post-punk band formed in Manchester in 1981, led by Mark Burgess. They are best known for three 1980s albums: Script Of The Bridge, What Does Anything Mean? Basically and Strange Times.

Reviews highlight their mixture of dark-wave/new-wave/post-punk styles, strong arrangements and melodic sense. Critics in these reviews note influence on later bands such as Interpol and Editors and trace an evolution from echo-drenched debut to more complex, art-rock-oriented later work.

Three DeBaser reviews praise The Chameleons' atmospheric, guitar-driven post-punk and new-wave sound. Critics highlight strong arrangements, melody and melancholy. Reviews point to influence on later bands (Interpol, Editors) and chart an evolution across three key albums. Overall reception is appreciative and nostalgic.