Martin Carr

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Martin Carr (born 29 November 1968, in Thurso, Scotland but raised in Wallasey on the Wirral), was the chief songwriter and lead guitarist with the British band, The Boo Radleys.

Carr is an ex-pupil of St. Mary's College, Wallasey Village, and played an early gig with The Boo Radleys at 'The Grand' nightclub in New Brighton.

Since the break up of the band, Carr has launched a solo career, taking the name bravecaptain from a song by the U.S. rock band, fIREHOSE. His solo work has largely been more electronic based than his previous work, and mainly features himself on lead vocals, whereas in The Boo Radleys he rarely sang (despite writing the lyrics). He is known for his varied taste in music, including loves of jazz and hip-hop, and an interest in electronic experimentation, ensuring that the Boo Radleys soon moved past their shoegazing roots.

[edit] Solo discography

  • Fingertip Saint Sessions Vol 1 (August 2000)
  • Go With Yourself: Fingertip Saint Sessions Vol 2 (October 2001)
  • Advertisements For Myself (October 2002)
  • All Watched Over By Machines Of Loving Grace (August 2004)
  • allonewordsmallbee (December 2004)
  • Distractions (January 2006)

[edit] Family

Martin has a twin brother Calum Carr.

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