Feeder

Feeder formed in Newport, Wales in 1992, Grant Nicholas and Taka Hirose developing a sound that drew on American alternative rock and British melodic sensibility. They signed to Echo Records and spent several years building a following through relentless touring before their commercial breakthrough. Nicholas's songwriting was always the constant — melodic, emotionally direct, and possessed of a genuine craft.

'Yesterday Went Too Soon' (1999) was the breakthrough — 'Day In Day Out' and 'Insomnia' were both strong singles. 'Echo Park' (2001) was the commercial peak — 'Buck Rogers' became their biggest hit, a song of irresistible melodic energy. The album reached number five. Feeder were briefly one of the most successful rock bands in Britain.

The death of drummer Jon Lee in 2002 was a devastating blow. Nicholas's response was 'Comfort in Sound' (2002) — a record made in grief that was one of the most emotionally raw British albums of the year. 'Come Back Around' and 'Just a Day' showed a songwriter processing loss through music. The album reached number two. Feeder have continued to record and tour, their fanbase remaining intensely loyal.