The Connells
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: 1984 in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
- Active: 1984 - present
Biography
American jangle pop band formed in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1984 by brothers Mike and David Connell with Doug MacMillan. College radio favorites through 'Boylan Heights' and 'Fun and Games', The Connells found their biggest success in Europe, where the 'Ring' single ''74–'75' became a major hit. They remain active with an altered lineup. 'Steadman's Wake' arrived in 2021 after a twenty-year recording gap.
Genres
The Connells Discography
- Boylan Heights (1987) - Album - rated 3.67/5
- Fun & Games (1989) - Album - rated 3.5/5
- One Simple Word (1990) - Album - rated 3.8/5
- Ring (1993) - Album - rated 3.6/5
Members
- Mike Connell - guitar, vocals (1984–Present)
- David Connell - bass (1984–Present)
- Doug MacMillan - vocals (1984–Present)
- George Huntley - guitar, keyboards, vocals (1984–2000)
- Peele Wimberley - drums (1984–2000)
- Steve Potak - keyboards (1991–Present)