Late ’80s indie band The Primitives have reformed and come to Eric’s on Mathew Street on Sunday 23rd June.

It’s hard to believe that it was some 25 years ago, that The Primitives fronted by indiepop blonde bombshell Tracy Tracy, emerged from the independent scene that spawned The Jesus and Mary Chain, My Bloody Valentine, The Wedding Present and Primal Scream. Their sound distilled the shimmering guitar jangle of the Byrds, the buzzsaw style of The Ramones and 60’s girl group melodies into two and a half minute pop gems. Regular session guests on John Peel’s radio show, with many an appearance in his Festive Fifty, their career was boosted/hindered when Morrissey named them as one of his favourite bands.