Inspiral Carpets
at The Old Fire Station, Carlisle
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Get ready to relive the magic! The band that played our very first show is back to celebrate the Old Fire Station's 10th anniversary.
In the late eighties, the Inspiral Carpets were a key part of changing the musical landscape in the UK. Along with the Stone Roses and the Happy Mondays, they were the cornerstones in a new indie psychedelia that played out in many different ways.
A vital component of the infamous ‘Madchester’ movement, Inspiral Carpets formed in Oldham in 1980. Known for hit singles such as ‘This Is How It Feels’, ‘Saturn 5’ and ‘She Comes in the Fall’, they remain much-loved not only in Manchester but across the UK.
With their much loved back catalogue and new songs ready to go, 2025 will see the Inspiral carpets in rude health as their guitarist explains, ‘We are looking at another year of Greatest Hits shows but with new material on the way. The last two years has reminded me what our songs mean to people and we love playing those songs and can’t wait to play the odd new tune as well.’
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Inspiral Carpets
A vital component of the infamous ‘Madchester’ movement, Inspiral Carpets formed in Oldham in 1980. Known for hit singles such as ‘This Is How It Feels’, ‘Saturn 5’ and ‘She Comes in the Fall’, they remain much-loved not only in Manchester but across the UK. Inspiral Carpets last took to the stage in 2015 at Leeds O2 Academy. Following the tragic loss of their close friend and drummer, Craig Gill, a year later, they went on an indefinite hiatus. “Craig’s death had a profound effect on many people. The outpouring of love from around the world at the time gave some comfort to his family and friends as we all tried to come to terms with what had happened.” On the reformation, the band are keen to emphasise the celebratory nature of the forthcoming live shows, giving fans a chance to sing along to their favourite hits and commemorate the life of Craig.
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The Old Fire Station
Peter Street
Carlisle
CA3 8QP
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- ofscarlisle.co.uk
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The Old Fire Station
Peter Street
Carlisle
CA3 8QP
- Website:
- ofscarlisle.co.uk
See all events at The Old Fire Station
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