THE YOUNG OFFENDERS
Don't know much about the band, except they came from Cork, Ireland, and released a few singles whilst touring the 'toilet' circuit venues of the UK during 1998/99.  Their lead singer and main songwriter was Ciaran MacFeely, who looked like the forgotten child of Marc Bolan dressed in charity-shop chic.

Musically they were once compared to Supergrass covering Gary Glitter, which is fairly accurate, although you'd also need to mention the Sex Pistols and T.Rex to get a true picture, and add a little mid-90's new wave/britpop cheekiness. Their main brush with fame was kickstarted by the single 'That's Why We Lose Control' (1998), and their brief moment included a dazzling rendition on Chris Evans 'TFI Friday', followed by the chance to perform on Top of the Pops.  The song itself was a glam stomper that had a touch of the Ramones  punk simplicity, alongside a Bowie-like knowing intelligence.

Sadly, the only other release I am aware of is the follow-up single 'Science Fiction' which was advertised much at the time, but did not follow it's predecessor into the UK charts.

As far as I know, the band disappeared after this disappointment, although if anyone out there knows anything different I'd appreciate being set straight on the matter!

IF YOU LIKE THESE, YOU'LL LIKE THE YOUNG OFFENDERS:  Sex Pistols, Marc Bolan, Supergrass, David Bowie, Iggy & the Stooges, The Ramones.
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