Clor was a short-lived five-piece band from Brixton, England, formed by Barry Dobbin and Luke Smith in 2003 and which signed to the

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record label after only six gigs. The band released a self-titled first album, in 2005 to critical acclaim. The album was selected by

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journalist Krissi Murison for the list of "The 100 Greatest Albums You've Never Heard" published by the ''

'' in 2010.

History

The genesis of Clor was a Soho club night entitled Bad Bunny, run by Dobbin and

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, who wanted to incorporate their own music into their DJ sets. They began recording in Smith's apartment and soon invited associates from the club night into their fold, expanding to a five-piece. Dobbin came upon the name Clor as it "...sounded raw, primitive, and futuristic at the same time". The demo ''Welcome Music Lovers'' was recorded in 2004, initially with the idea of being sent out to other clubs to book shows. However, word of mouth saw the offer of a record deal with label Parlophone after just six gigs. The ''Welcome Music Lovers'' EP saw release later in 2004, with singles ''Love + Pain'' and ''Outlines'' preceding debut album ''Clor'' in 2005. In May 2006, the band announced that it had split. Their manager stated that the future paths of Dobbin and Smith were unclear, though would likely involve musical pursuits.

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. Dobbin went on to form and front a new band called Barringtone.

Discography

Albums

* '' Clor'' – July 2005 (UK #77)

EPs

*''Welcome Music Lovers'' – July 2004

Singles

*"Love + Pain" – April 2005 ( UK #48) *"Outlines" – July 2005 (UK #43) *"Good Stuff" – October 2005 (UK #50)

References

External links

Clor official website

Clor @ Myspace

Clor @ drownedinsound.com

Barry Dobbin's new project 'Barringtone'
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