The Farmer's Boys
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The Farmer's Boys are a British band from Norwich, England, formed in the early 1980s. Initially known as Bang Goes My Stereo, the group consisted of several members who employed a drum machine, giving them a distinctive sound that blended country and western, disco, and punk elements. The bandâs faux 'rural bumpkin' imagery and self-deprecating humour were central to their appeal, but also drew criticism from the metropolitan music press. The Farmer's Boys released their first single "I Think I Need Help" in April 1982 on a local Norwich label. This release attracted attention from radio DJs John Peel and David Jensen, who invited them for several sessions. In January 1983, they signed with EMI and reissued "More Than a Dream", which gained national airplay. Their next single "Muck It Out" almost hit the charts, followed by their debut album Get Out & Walk. The bandâs cover of "In the Country", originally recorded by Cliff Richard, reached just outside number 40 despite significant promotional efforts in 1984. Their subsequent album With These Hands featured a drummer, both on record and live performances, marking a shift from their earlier 'indie' sounds. The band disbanded in 1985, citing "electrical differences." Post-split, members went on to form other bands, including The Avons and Dr Fondle. Their early years were later compiled into the album Once Upon A Time In The East (The Early Years 1981-1982), released in 2003.
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- I Lack Concentration
- Whatever Is He Like?
- Muck It Out
- Description Of The River Waveney At Wortwell
- With These Hands I Built The World
- The Country Line
- More Than A Dream
- Homo Kino
- Or What
- Funky Combine John
- Autumn
- I Don't Know Why I Don't Like All My Friends
- Squit
- T.O.S.D.
- Spring
- Squittest
- I Think I Need Help
- Funny Old Mr Baz (Whatever Is He Like?)
- Soft Drink
- Drinking And Dressing Up
