The House of Love

The Profile

English alternative rock band formed in 1986, fronted by Guy Chadwick, known for jangly guitars and the single "Shine On" and for two self-titled albums in the late 1980s/early 1990s.

Early records were released on Creation Records; the band later released material on Fontana. Influences and contemporaries often cited include The Smiths, Jesus and Mary Chain and 4AD-era acts.

A positive, appreciative review celebrating The House of Love's 1980s psychedelic pop-rock and jangly guitar craftsmanship. Highlights include the single "Shine On" and several album tracks deemed underappreciated. Recommended for fans of The Smiths, JAMC and 4AD-era sounds.