Cardiacs
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United Kingdom
- Born: 1977 in Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom
- Active: 1977 - present
Biography
Cardiacs, originally called *Cardiac Arrest*, were an English band formed in 1977 and led by Tim Smith (1961-2020). Noted for their complex, varied and intense compositional style and for their eccentric, theatrical stage shows, they have been hailed as an influence by many newer groups and artists. As well as Smith, around 23 musicians were part of the Cardiacs over the years, including Smith's brother, Jim, and multi-instrumentalist, *Sarah Cutts*, who married Tim Smith in 1983.
Genres
Cardiacs Discography
- Toy World (1981) - Album - rated 3.79/5
- The Seaside (1984) - Album - rated 4.07/5
- A Little Man and a House and the Whole World Window (1988) - Album - rated 4.42/5
- On Land and in the Sea (1989) - Album - rated 4.23/5
- Heaven Born and Ever Bright (1992) - Album - rated 3.54/5
- All That Glitters Is a Mares Nest (1995) - Album - rated 4.12/5
- Sing to God (1996) - Album - rated 4.18/5
- Guns (1999) - Album - rated 3.57/5
- Signs (1999) - Single - rated 4.12/5
- Cardiacs and Affectionate Friends (2001) - Compilation - rated 3.77/5
- Greatest Hits (2002) - Compilation - rated 3.96/5
- LSD (2025) - Album - rated 3.69/5
Members
- Jim Smith - bass, vocals (1977–2008; 2025–Present)
- Bob Leith - drums, vocals (1993–2008; 2025–Present)
- Kavus Torabi - guitar, vocals (2003–2008; 2025–Present)
- Sharron Fortnam - vocals (2004–2007; 2025–Present)
- Craig Fortnam - percussion, keyboards, vocals (2025–Present)
- Chloe Herington - saxophone, vocals (2024–Present)
- Mike Vennart - vocals, guitar (2025–Present)
- Rhodri Marsden - keyboards, vocals (2025–Present)
- Tim Smith - lead vocals, guitar, keyboards (1977–2008)
- Jon Poole - guitar, keyboards, vocals (1991–2003)
- Dominic Luckman - drums (1982–1993)
- William D. Drake - keyboards, vocals (1983–1990)
- Sarah Smith - saxophone, clarinet, vocals (1980–1989)
- Tim Quy - percussion, keyboards (1981–1990)