Biography
[supplied by artist]
Formed in Clayton, Manchester in 1992, Gabrielles Wish
went through various line up changes before cementing
the classic line up of Rob Corless (Vocals), Nick Harris
(Drums), Paul Ryan (Guitar), Darren Moran (Bass), and
David Peplow deploying sound effects. The band went on
to support THE FALL and gained the attention of NEW ORDERS
manager Rob Gretton, who signed Gabrielles Wish to his
own 'Manchester Records' label. Recording sessions were
overseen by Chris Nagle producing, resulting in the double
A-Side sinlge 'Marooned/Warmonger'. The single was swiftly
followed by the 'Golded Up' EP. In 1997 the band recorded
the only recently available 'Processed' album. Gabrielles
Wish then supported NEW ORDER at their july 1998 comeback
gig. The following year manager Rob Gretton sadly passed
away. Shortly after, the band changed drummers, bringing
in Bo Walsh (younger brother of guitarist Timmy Walsh
of FACTORY band NORTHSIDE). In 1999 the band brought
out the 'Manchester Suite' EP, which veered strongly
toward Electronica in sound, mainly due to drummer Bo
Walsh being on tour with TRAVIS during the recording
sessions. At this time Jeff Grainger became the bands
new manager. The 'Cost One' EP followed on the bands
own label 'Path'. The stunning album 'Portal' emerged
in 2003 before the band took a brief hiatus. Gabrielles
Wish regrouped in 2004, playing a secret gig with new
member Karen Leatham on Keyboards. The 'Here from the
neck down' EP was then released. In 2006 the band brought
out the brilliant studio album 'Reformer' (out now on
the Small Adjustments label), supported by some blistering
live shows up and down the country. 2006 also saw the
release of their most eclectic EP yet, 'Martyrs Come
Hang Your Signs'. This summer the band brought out the
single 'Cunning Stunt's' to rave reviews, and supported
its release with a brief, but jaw dropping tour. A new
album is expected sometime this september. For a full
band Bio, and other info please visit www.gabrielleswish.com.
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