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The Frightened Prisoners of the Kraken
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The Frightened Prisoners of the Kraken are a UK pop music group originating from Darwen, Lancashire. They have often been compared to Half Man Half Biscuit and Bonzo Dog Band. The group were formed in 1998 by school friends Graham McElroy and Gary Barker and are known for their sureal sense of humour and pay homage towards traditional northern, working mens club culture. Early Days 1998-2001 After their first demo tape caught the attention of Andy McCluskey (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark), and manager Martin O'shea, the band recorded several tracks at McCluskeys own recording studio, The Motor Museum (formerly The Pink Museum), in Liverpools Lark Lane district. After communications between the group and McCluskey broke down, The Kraken were signed to independent record label Artists Against Success in Derby. Their debut LP Man, Car, Plane was released in 2001 and quickly became the favourite office demo of Radio 1's Steve Lamacq, and album of the year 2001 from DJ Roger Hill at BBC Radio Merseyside. 2002-Present In 2002 The Kraken toured with ex Spiritualised members, Lupine Howl. They also began recording sessions with Producer / Musician Tony Griffith (The Real People) at Tony's recording studio in Birkenhead. Again, this shortlived partnership broke down and the band set up their own record label Steven Ranger & Donald Ranger Records, releasing their first E.P. Something Always Goes Wrong in 2003 and continue to release records on this label. Lyrics The groups lyrics often include themes such as school discos, failed relationships, and the general boredom of manual factory work. Songs are usually sung in a broad northern accent and have a satirical or absurd nature. Trivia Comedian / writer Robin Ince cites The Frightened Prisoners of the Kraken is his favourite band on his official myspace site, and uses their songs as walk on music during his live performances. 
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