The Family Cat

Formed1988

OriginStoke Newington

CountryUnited Kingdom

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Biography

There are at least two bands called (The) Family Cat:

1. The Family Cat were an alternative rock band formed in London in 1988. Members included Paul Frederick (vocals/guitar), Stephen Jelbert (lead guitar), Tim McVay (rhythm guitar), John Graves (bass) and Kevin Downing (drums). Their debut single, Tom Verlaine, was named 'Single of the Week' by NME. The band released an LP and two full-length albums before disbanding in 1994.

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2. Family Cat (no 'The') are a band from Richmond, VA. http://familycat.bandcamp.com/

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IndieIndie Rock90sLondonAlternative

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