Dexy

Dexy is a British band formed in Birmingham in 1981, initially known as Dexys Midnight Runners. The band is best known for their 1982 hit song "Come On Eileen," which topped the charts in the UK and the US. The core of the band has always been Kevin Rowland, the lead singer and songwriter. Their music is characterized by a blend of soul, folk, Celtic, and Celtic soul influences, often featuring a prominent saxophone and fiddle.

Throughout their career, Dexy has experienced numerous line-up changes, with Rowland being the only constant member. This fluidity in personnel has contributed to the band's evolving sound over the years. Their debut album, "Searching for the Young Soul Rebels" (1980), also under the Dexys Midnight Runners name, received critical acclaim for its raw energy and socially conscious lyrics.

After the massive success of "Come On Eileen" from the album "Too-Rye-Ay" (1982), the band experienced internal strife and a period of inactivity. They returned in 1985 with "Don't Stand Me Down," which was less commercially successful but is considered by many critics and fans to be their most ambitious and artistically satisfying work. Dexy has continued to release music and perform intermittently, with their most recent album, "The Feminine Divine," released in 2023. Their legacy is cemented by their distinctive sound and their enduring impact on British music.