The Real People

The Profile

Liverpool rock band formed in 1987. Line-up in the reviewed period: Tony Griffiths (bass, vocals), Chris Griffiths (guitar, vocals), Martin Loppin (guitar), Tony McGuigan (drums). Their 1991 self-titled debut was produced by Stephen Street and is regarded as an underappreciated bridge between 60s Merseyside guitar pop and later Britpop.

Formed in 1987. Debut album 'The Real People' released in 1991 on Columbia Records; produced by Stephen Street; album reached #59 on the charts according to the review. Noel Gallagher sought their help in 1993 to record a demo; Tony Griffiths contributed backing vocals on Oasis' 'Supersonic' (as noted in the review) and Chris Griffiths co-wrote 'Rockin' Chair' and helped with the chorus/melody on 'Columbia' (as noted in the review).

A positive review that frames The Real People (formed 1987) as a Liverpool band whose 1991 self-titled debut, produced by Stephen Street, blends 1960s Merseyside guitar pop with baggy-era textures and anticipated Britpop. The album peaked at 59 but is now considered underappreciated and influential.