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The Dream Academy

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Musicians

The Resume

    (1983-1991)
    Born in London, United Kingdom
    Nick Laird-Clowes (February 5, 1957- ), guitar and vocals
    Gilbert Gabriel (November 16, 1956- ), keyboards
    Kate St. John (October 2, 1957- ), vocals, oboe, saxophone, accordion, piano and cor anglais
    Recorded the albums 'The Dream Academy' (1985), 'Remembrance Days' (1987) and 'A Different Kind of Weather' (1991)
    Recorded the single 'Life In A Northern Town'

Why they might be annoying:

    They originally called themselves 'The Politics of Pop.'
    They were one hit wonders.
    They broke up almost immediately after their only tour.
    Laird-Clowes abused Ecstasy.

Why they might not be annoying:

    'Life In A Northern Town' was a tribute to Nick Drake.
    Their song 'The Edge of Forever' and a cover of the Smiths's 'Please Please Please Let Me Get What I Want' appeared in 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off.'
    Their debut album was co-produced by David Gilmour.
    After the band broke up, Laird-Clowes wrote lyrics for Pink Floyd's 'The Division Bell' album, while St. John worked with Van Morrison and Brian Eno.

Credit: C. Fishel


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 33 Votes: 42.42% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 9 Votes: 55.56% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 20 Votes: 40.0% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 3 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 5 Votes: 80.0% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 3 Votes: 66.67% Annoying
    In 2015, Out of 1 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2014, Out of 20 Votes: 55.00% Annoying
    In 2013, Out of 20 Votes: 15.00% Annoying
    In 2012, Out of 17 Votes: 52.94% Annoying
    In 2011, Out of 123 Votes: 56.91% Annoying
    In 2010, Out of 21 Votes: 85.71% Annoying
    In 2009, Out of 23 Votes: 43.48% Annoying
    In 2008, Out of 25 Votes: 40.0% Annoying