The Mighty Lemon Drops

The Mighty Lemon Drops formed in Wolverhampton in 1983, Paul Marsh, Tony Linehan, David Newton, and Keith Rowley developing a sound rooted in post-punk and jangle pop that was immediately melodic and energetic. Marsh's vocals were warm and distinctive, and the band's songs combined melodic directness with a lyrical charm that gave them an immediate appeal.

They were signed to Chrysalis and released a series of albums that earned a devoted following. 'Happy Head' (1986) was their finest record — a melodically irresistible jangle pop album that produced 'Like an Angel' and established them as one of the more enjoyable new British acts. 'World Without End' (1988) and 'Laughter' (1989) continued their development.

The Mighty Lemon Drops dissolved in 1992. They are remembered as one of the more enjoyable and underrated acts of the mid-1980s British indie scene — a band with genuine melodic gifts whose commercial success never matched their critical reputation, and whose best work rewards rediscovery.