All the way from Colchester, England, the renowned new wave and post-punk four-piece band Modern English will perform hit songs of its long career at the 40 Watt. Between classics like “I Melt with You” and “Ink and Paper,” the band will get the house moving along with snippets from its upcoming album, the first in seven years. The band consists of Robbie Grey on vocals, Gary McDowell on guitar, Michael Conroy on bass and Stephen Walker on keyboard. Formed in 1979, its sound was one of the first pioneers of the new wave punk movement and laid the groundwork for the goth and industrial movements. Following the release of its debut album, Mesh and Lace in 1981, the band went on to produce eight more studio albums. Now, they have created a new body of work in the form of an album that will drop in early 2024. This album reflects on the bands’ historic energetic live shows. The group wanted to capture the true spirit of seeing the band live while also staying true to their roots.
WHO: Modern English
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m. (doors)
WHERE: 40 Watt Club
HOW MUCH: $25
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