Dodgy

Dodgy formed in Birmingham in 1990, Nigel Clark, Andy Miller, and Mathew Priest developing a sound built on close harmonies, melodic guitar pop, and a general air of optimism that was slightly at odds with the more cynical end of Britpop. They signed to A&M Records and spent several years building a following through relentless touring before their commercial breakthrough.

'Free Peace Sweet' (1996) was the album that broke them — 'Good Enough', 'In a Room', and 'If You're Thinking of Me' were all top twenty singles. The album reached number seven. Dodgy were suddenly one of the most successful bands in Britain, though the critical establishment never quite warmed to them in the way they deserved.

The follow-up 'Real Estate' (1998) was less successful and the band split in 1998. They reformed in 2007 and have continued to record and tour. 'Good Enough' remains a staple of 90s compilations and a reminder of what Dodgy were capable of at their best — a song of genuine warmth and melodic invention that has aged far better than many of its more celebrated contemporaries.