The Orchids
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United Kingdom
- Born: Penilee, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Active: 1986 - present
Biography
Glasgow indie pop band formed in Penilee in 1986 and closely associated with #Sarah Records#, for whom they recorded the albums 'Lyceum' (1989), 'Unholy Soul' (1991) and 'Striving for the Lazy Perfection' (1994). Led by singer James Hackett, the Orchids split in 1995, reformed in 2004 and continue to record, most recently the album 'Dreaming Kind' (2022) for #Skep Wax#.
Genres
The Orchids Discography
- Lyceum (1989) - Album - rated 3.41/5
- Unholy Soul (1991) - Album - rated 3.75/5
- Striving for the Lazy Perfection (1994) - Album - rated 3.42/5
Members
- James Hackett - vocals, guitar (1986–present)
- John Scally - lead guitar (1986–present)
- Chris Quinn - drums (1986–present)
- Matthew Drummond - rhythm guitar (1986–1995)
- James Moody - bass (1986–1993)
- Ronnie Borland - bass (1993–present)
- Keith Sharp - guitar (2004–present)
- Pauline Hynds Bari - vocals (1991–2022)