Formed in Colchester, Essex, England, in 1979 by Robbie Grey (vocals), Gary McDowell (guitar, vocals), and Michael Conroy (bass, vocals). Richard Brown (drums) and Stephen Walker (keyboards)were subsequently added to the lineup of the band.
On 1982's After the Snow, the band's sound evolved from the dark, moody and challenging post-punk found on its debut, Mesh & Lace, to a more commercial and radio friendly mix of synthesizers, guitars, catchy drumbeats and singer Robby Grey's unmistakable vocals. "I Melt With You” brought the band up from the underground to the mainstream. It's a song so popular that the band was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2020 BMI Awards for 7 million plays on radio. Modern English is currently on tour and playing new music. Check out Modernenglish.me for info on our new album 1 2 3 4 out now, and the latest touring info.