Bunnymen

Bunnymen, commonly known as Echo & the Bunnymen, is an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1978 by Ian McCulloch (vocals) and Will Sergeant (guitar). The lineup soon included Les Pattinson (bass) and Pete de Freitas (drums). The group became a central figure in the post-punk and neo-psychedelia scenes of the early 1980s and achieved both critical and commercial success in the United Kingdom and abroad.

The band released a string of influential albums beginning with Crocodiles (1980) and Heaven Up Here (1981), followed by Porcupine (1983). Ocean Rain (1984) is widely regarded as their artistic peak, featuring expansive arrangements and the hit single The Killing Moon. Other notable tracks include The Cutter (1983) and Lips Like Sugar (1987).

After the death of drummer Pete de Freitas in 1989, the group continued with various lineups and released Reverberation (1990). The band reformed in the 1990s and 2000s with continued releases and touring, maintaining a dedicated following.

Legacy: Echo & the Bunnymen are cited as influential figures in alternative rock and indie music, known for their moody, atmospheric sound, jangly guitars, and Ian McCulloch's distinctive vocals. Their work helped shape the sound of British post-punk and inspired numerous later artists.