Gene was a British alternative rock band that rose to prominence in the mid-1990s. Formed in 1993, the group was often compared to The Smiths because of their similar jangle pop sound and Morrissey-esque vocals provided by lead singer Martin Rossiter. The band consisted of Rossiter, guitarist Steve Mason, bassist Kevin Miles, and drummer Matt James. They quickly gained a following with their debut album "Olympian" in
... MoreGene was a British alternative rock band that rose to prominence in the mid-1990s. Formed in 1993, the group was often compared to The Smiths because of their similar jangle pop sound and Morrissey-esque vocals provided by lead singer Martin Rossiter. The band consisted of Rossiter, guitarist Steve Mason, bassist Kevin Miles, and drummer Matt James. They quickly gained a following with their debut album "Olympian" in 1995, which received critical acclaim and commercial success.
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