The Beginning of Manic Street Preachers

Manic Street Preachers are an alternative rock band from Wales that have sold over 10 million albums worldwide. The band was founded in 1986 when James Dean Bradfield, Nicky Wire and Sean Moore first started out as a punk group. They developed their own unique sound by combining punk with influences from glam rock and classic rock.

Early Years of Manic Street Preachers

By the early 1990s, Manic Street Preachers had become one of the most influential alternative rock bands in Britain. Their debut album 'Generation Terrorists' was released in 1992 and was critically acclaimed for its mix of punk and classic rock. The album spawned several hit singles, including 'Motorcycle Emptiness', 'Little Baby Nothing' and 'You Love Us'.

Success and Hiatus

In 1996, Manic Street Preachers released their third album 'Everything Must Go', which topped the UK Albums Chart and was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize. The album spawned the hit single 'A Design For Life', which became one of the band's signature songs. In 2001, they released their sixth studio album 'Know Your Enemy', which was hailed as a return to form after a two-year hiatus.

Recent History of Manic Street Preachers

In recent years, Manic Street Preachers have continued to tour and record new material. Their eleventh studio album 'Futurology' was released in 2014 and was hailed as one of their best albums in years. They have also collaborated with other artists such as Ian McCulloch, Noel Gallagher and Nina Persson. Manic Street Preachers remain one of the most important rock bands in Britain today.