British rockers, The House of Love, were arguably one of the most respected college rock acts of 1988 due to their creative use of guitar fuzz/noise, along with shimmering melodies in both vocals and lead guitar. Unfortunately, they are also equally known for what they didn't become -- really, really famous. Unlike similar underground rock artists, such as The Smiths, The House of Love were plagued by infighting and a lack of direction after their superb eponymous debut. Beginning in 1989, band members left, one by one, leaving the band to limp along with poor songwriting and a withering fan base. The band's initial work, though, represents an undeniable achievement in innovation within the dream pop arena. Even today, The House of Love remains a worthy source of inspiration for novel pioneers, seeking to reinvent that characteristic 'shine' of these late '80s trailblazers. Enjoy!
Albums: The House of Love [Butterfly] (1990), The House of Love (1988)
Tracks: Shine On, The Beatles and the Stones, I Don't Know Why I Love You, Christine, Salome
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