Space

Space formed in Liverpool in 1993, Tommy Scott's sardonic, cinematic songwriting giving the band a quality that was immediately distinctive. They signed to Gut Records and released their debut album 'Spiders' (1996) — a record of extraordinary wit and melodic invention that showed a band capable of real originality.

'Female of the Species', 'Neighbourhood', and 'Me and You Versus the World' were all excellent singles. 'Female of the Species' in particular — with its cinematic strings and Scott's deadpan delivery — was one of the most distinctive British singles of the year. The album reached number five.

Space have continued to record and tour with remarkable consistency. 'Tin Planet' (1998) was a strong follow-up. Scott's songwriting has remained consistently inventive. They remain one of the most underrated British bands of their era.