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| name = Missing Andy
| name = Missing Andy
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| origin = [[Essex]], [[England]]
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| years_active = 2010–2023
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| origin = Essex, England
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| genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[post-Britpop]], [[ska]], [[mod revival]], [[British hip hop]]
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| years_active = 2010–present
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| website = {{url|www.missingandy.com}}<br>{{url|www.facebook.com/missingandyofficial}}
| website = <br>{{url|www.facebook.com/missingandyofficial}}
| current_members = Alex Greaves <br> Jonathan Sharpe <br> Rob Jones <br> Elliot Richardson
| current_members = Alex Greaves <br> Jonathan Sharpe <br> Rob Jones <br> Elliot Richardson <br> Steve Greenwood
| past_members = Steve Rolls <br> Gareth Babet
| past_members = Steve Rolls <br> Gareth Babet <br> Peter Brooker
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'''Missing Andy''' was a British band based in [[Essex]] and primarily influenced by [[Mod (subculture)|mod subculture]]. After 15 years of playing together, the group announced they were separating to focus on individual projects on 20 March 2023.<ref name=":0">{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.facebook.com/missingandyofficial/videos/a-message-to-our-fans/1921753581518021/ |title=A Message To Our Fans {{!}} By Missing AndyFacebook |language=en |access-date=2024-04-08 |via=www.facebook.com}}</ref> They played their final farewell gig in hometown [[Braintree, Essex]] on 28 May 2023.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2023-04-20 |title=Essex band announces details for their 'farewell gig' at Braintree Festival |url=https://www.braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk/news/23463983.missing-andy-host-last-gig-braintree-festival/ |access-date=2024-04-08 |website=Braintree and Witham Times |language=en}}</ref> At the time of separation, the group consisted of members Alex Greaves, Jonathan Sharpe, Rob Jones, and Elliot Richardson.
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'''Missing Andy''' are a British mod influenced band based in [[Essex]]. The group comprises Alex Greaves, Jonathan Sharpe, Rob Jones, Steve Rolls and Elliot Richardson. The band's debut single "The Way We're Made (Made In England)" reached number 38 on the [[UK Singles Chart]] and number 7 on the [[UK Indie Chart]] in September 2010, after their status was confirmed as runners-up in [[Sky1]]'s television talent competition, [[Must Be the Music (TV series)|Must Be The Music]]. Their debut digital only single ''The Greatest Show On Earth - Act I'' was released on 4 October 2010, with four tracks. It is said to be part of a compilation of an unspecified number of singles. Missing Andy have released 3 full studio albums (Generation Silenced, Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 1 and Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 2).

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The band's debut single "The Way We're Made (Made in England)" reached #38 on the [[UK singles chart|UK Singles Chart]] and #7 on the [[UK Independent Singles and Albums Charts|UK Indie Chart]] in September 2010, following an appearance as semi-finalists on [[Sky One|Sky1]]'s television talent competition, ''[[Must Be the Music]]''. Their debut digital-only EP "The Greatest Show on Earth - Act I" was released on 4 October 2010, with four tracks.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2011-09-05 |title=Music &amp; Me: Missing Andy |url=https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/music-magazine/music-amp-me-missing-andy-2349655.html |access-date=2023-12-12 |website=The Independent |language=en}}</ref> It is said to be part of a compilation of an unspecified number of singles. Missing Andy have also released three studio albums (''Generation Silenced'', ''Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 1'' and ''Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 2'').


==History==
==History==
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===2008–2011: Early years===

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===2008–11: Early years===
[[File:Missing Andy coke 2013-08-25 23-55.jpg|thumbnail|Missing Andy coke]]
[[File:Missing Andy coke 2013-08-25 23-55.jpg|thumbnail|Missing Andy coke]]
Missing Andy were good friends when they formed to make a band in 2008. They played in local pubs and clubs in Essex, and gained some popularity on the internet, both through [[Facebook]] popularity, and on [[YouTube]].
Missing Andy were good friends when they formed to make a band in 2008. They played in local pubs and clubs in [[Essex]], and gained some popularity on the internet, both through [[Facebook]] and on [[YouTube]].


===2011–2012: ''Must Be the Music'' and album===
===2011–2012: ''Must Be the Music'' and album===
The band auditioned for ''Must Be the Music'' in the summer of 2010, wowing the crowd at their first audition. They got through to the semi-finals by decision of the judges, and thanks to the public phone votes they reached the final, ultimately reaching the final three. Missing Andy lost out to [[Emma's Imagination]], who won the competition outright, making Missing Andy runners-up along with 5 piece band The Pictures. In October 2010 band released the first part of a download-only digital single series containing four tracks and in October 2011, they released their debut full album ''Generation Silenced'' as a download-only digital format.
The band auditioned for ''[[Must Be the Music]]'' in the summer of 2010, receiving a good response from the crowd at their first audition. They got through to the semi-finals by decision of the judges and, via public phone votes, they reached the final before ultimately reaching the final three. Missing Andy lost out to [[Emma's Imagination]], who won the competition outright, making Missing Andy runners-up along with five-piece band [[Must Be the Music#Semi-finalists|The Pictures]]. Having later reflected upon being on the show, the band have since spoken of the positive and negative qualities of it with Greaves saying, "The TV show kind of damaged us a bit, but good things have come of it."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Protected Blog › Log in |url=https://underclassedidleideas.wordpress.com/2011/03/03/missing-andy/ |accessdate=2020-06-05 |website=Underclassedidleideas.wordpress.com}}</ref>


In October 2010 band released the first part of a download-only digital EP containing four tracks, and in October 2011 they released their debut full album, ''Generation Silenced,'' in download-only digital format.
Having reflected upon being on the show, the band have since said of the positive and negative qualities of it with Greaves saying, "The TV show kind of damaged us a bit, but good things have come of it," [http://underclassedidleideas.wordpress.com/2011/03/03/missing-andy/]


===2012–present: Acoustic EP and ''Guerrilla Invasion''===
===2012–2013: Acoustic EP, A Non-Album Single and ''Guerrilla Invasion''===
In 2012, Missing Andy began work on a follow-up to ''Generation Silenced''.
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In 2012, Missing Andy began work on a follow-up to ''Generation Silenced''. In January 2013, the band released an Acoustic EP showcasing acoustic versions of new songs that would feature on their new album. The EP consisted of four songs: "It's Over", "Young Disciple", "Mr. Policeman" and "Slip Away", all acoustic versions. The EP gained positive reviews and charted highly in the iTunes rock chart.


In 2012, Missing Andy Released a Single in 2012 called Subway and a Live Music Video as well. </ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ux4sIljV0ss</ref>
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The band announced via the Internet that their second album is to be called ''Guerrilla Invasion'' and the first single taken from it would be "Feel Like This". A video for "Feel Like This" was released on YouTube on 23 February. The single was released on 11 March 2013, and the album ''Guerrilla Invasion'' was released on 1 April 2013 in two parts.


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In January 2013, the band released an acoustic EP showcasing stripped-down versions of new songs that would feature on their new album. The EP consisted of four songs: "It's Over", "Young Disciple", "Mr. Policeman" and "Slip Away", all acoustic versions. The EP gained positive reviews and charted highly in the iTunes rock chart.
Missing Andy announced via their Twitter page on 29 January, that they would hold an album launch party for ''Guerrilla Invasion'' at London's KOKO on 29 March 2013. Attendees would be able to hear the brand new songs before release and could purchase the album and new merchandise before the album was released.


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The band announced via the Internet that their second album was to be called ''Guerrilla Invasion'' and the first single taken from it would be "Feel Like This". Missing Andy announced via their Twitter page on 29 January 2013 that they would hold an album launch party for ''Guerrilla Invasion'' at London's [[Koko (music venue)|Koko]] on 29 March 2013. Attendees would be able to hear the brand-new songs and could purchase the album along with new merchandise before the album was released. A video for "Feel Like This" was released on YouTube on 23 February. The single was released on 11 March 2013 and the album ''Guerrilla Invasion'' was released on 1 April 2013 in two parts.
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In support of the double-album, Missing Andy embarked on their Guerrilla Invasion Tour. The tour featured dates around the UK including dates in Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Birmingham. The tour started in March 2013 (at London's KOKO) and ran through the summer till October 2013.

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In support of the album, Missing Andy embarked on their ''Guerrilla Invasion Tour''. The tour featured dates around the UK including shows in Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Birmingham. The tour started in March 2013 (at London's Koko) and ran through the summer until October 2013.

===2020:A Non-Album Single called ''The Greatest Show On Earth and Disbanded''===

On December 4 2020, Missing Andy Released a Non-Album Single and Music Video called The Greatest Show On Earth. </ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub43vC09kvI</ref>

The band announced via Facebook on 20 March 2023 they would be splitting up after 15 years together to focus on other projects.<ref name=":0" /> They played one last show at Festival in the Gardens, [[Braintree, Essex|Braintree]] on 28 May 2023.<ref name=":1" />


==Members==
==Members==

=== Primary members ===
*Alex Greaves - vocals
*Alex Greaves - vocals
*Jonathan Sharpe - synth/keyboards
*Jonathan Sharpe - synth/keyboards
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===Former members===
===Former members===
* Peter Brooker - synth/keyboards
*Gareth Babet - synth/keyboards
*Gareth Babet - synth/keyboards
*Steve Rolls - guitar, backing vocals
*Steve Rolls - guitar, backing vocals
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== References ==
==References==
{{reflist}}
{{Reflist}}
*[http://underclassedidleideas.wordpress.com/2011/03/03/missing-andy/ Underclassed Idle Ideas]


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Latest revision as of 03:16, 6 January 2025

Missing Andy
OriginEssex, England
GenresAlternative rock, post-Britpop, ska, mod revival, British hip hop
Years active2010–2023
MembersAlex Greaves
Jonathan Sharpe
Rob Jones
Elliot Richardson
Steve Greenwood
Past membersSteve Rolls
Gareth Babet
Peter Brooker
Website
www.facebook.com/missingandyofficial

Missing Andy was a British band based in Essex and primarily influenced by mod subculture. After 15 years of playing together, the group announced they were separating to focus on individual projects on 20 March 2023.[1] They played their final farewell gig in hometown Braintree, Essex on 28 May 2023.[2] At the time of separation, the group consisted of members Alex Greaves, Jonathan Sharpe, Rob Jones, and Elliot Richardson.

The band's debut single "The Way We're Made (Made in England)" reached #38 on the UK Singles Chart and #7 on the UK Indie Chart in September 2010, following an appearance as semi-finalists on Sky1's television talent competition, Must Be the Music. Their debut digital-only EP "The Greatest Show on Earth - Act I" was released on 4 October 2010, with four tracks.[3] It is said to be part of a compilation of an unspecified number of singles. Missing Andy have also released three studio albums (Generation Silenced, Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 1 and Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 2).

History

[edit]

2008–2011: Early years

[edit]
Missing Andy coke

Missing Andy were good friends when they formed to make a band in 2008. They played in local pubs and clubs in Essex, and gained some popularity on the internet, both through Facebook and on YouTube.

2011–2012: Must Be the Music and album

[edit]

The band auditioned for Must Be the Music in the summer of 2010, receiving a good response from the crowd at their first audition. They got through to the semi-finals by decision of the judges and, via public phone votes, they reached the final before ultimately reaching the final three. Missing Andy lost out to Emma's Imagination, who won the competition outright, making Missing Andy runners-up along with five-piece band The Pictures. Having later reflected upon being on the show, the band have since spoken of the positive and negative qualities of it with Greaves saying, "The TV show kind of damaged us a bit, but good things have come of it."[4]

In October 2010 band released the first part of a download-only digital EP containing four tracks, and in October 2011 they released their debut full album, Generation Silenced, in download-only digital format.

2012–2013: Acoustic EP, A Non-Album Single and Guerrilla Invasion

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In 2012, Missing Andy began work on a follow-up to Generation Silenced.

In 2012, Missing Andy Released a Single in 2012 called Subway and a Live Music Video as well. </ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ux4sIljV0ss</ref>

In January 2013, the band released an acoustic EP showcasing stripped-down versions of new songs that would feature on their new album. The EP consisted of four songs: "It's Over", "Young Disciple", "Mr. Policeman" and "Slip Away", all acoustic versions. The EP gained positive reviews and charted highly in the iTunes rock chart.

The band announced via the Internet that their second album was to be called Guerrilla Invasion and the first single taken from it would be "Feel Like This". Missing Andy announced via their Twitter page on 29 January 2013 that they would hold an album launch party for Guerrilla Invasion at London's Koko on 29 March 2013. Attendees would be able to hear the brand-new songs and could purchase the album along with new merchandise before the album was released. A video for "Feel Like This" was released on YouTube on 23 February. The single was released on 11 March 2013 and the album Guerrilla Invasion was released on 1 April 2013 in two parts.

In support of the album, Missing Andy embarked on their Guerrilla Invasion Tour. The tour featured dates around the UK including shows in Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Birmingham. The tour started in March 2013 (at London's Koko) and ran through the summer until October 2013.

2020:A Non-Album Single called The Greatest Show On Earth and Disbanded

[edit]

On December 4 2020, Missing Andy Released a Non-Album Single and Music Video called The Greatest Show On Earth. </ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub43vC09kvI</ref>

The band announced via Facebook on 20 March 2023 they would be splitting up after 15 years together to focus on other projects.[1] They played one last show at Festival in the Gardens, Braintree on 28 May 2023.[2]

Members

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Primary members

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  • Alex Greaves - vocals
  • Jonathan Sharpe - synth/keyboards
  • Rob Jones - bass, backing vocals
  • Elliot Richardson - drums, piano
  • Steve Greenwood - Guitar

Former members

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  • Peter Brooker - synth/keyboards
  • Gareth Babet - synth/keyboards
  • Steve Rolls - guitar, backing vocals

Discography

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Albums

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Year Album Peak chart positions
UK[5] UK Indie Chart
2010 The Greatest Show On Earth - Act I - -
2011 Generation Silenced - -
2013 Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 1 - 9
2013 Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 2 - 10
"-" denotes a title that did not chart.

Singles

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Year Song Peak chart positions Album
UK
 UK IND
2010 "The Way We're Made (Made in England)" 38 7 Generation Silenced (Deluxe Edition)
"Sing for the Deaf" 36 8
"A Call to Arms"
2011 "Kings for the Weekend"
"Dave"
"Money"
2012 "Subway" Non-Album Single
2013 "Feel Like This" Guerrilla Invasion Pt. 2
2020 "The Greatest Show On Earth" Non-Album Single

References

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  1. ^ a b A Message To Our Fans | By Missing AndyFacebook. Retrieved 8 April 2024 – via www.facebook.com.
  2. ^ a b "Essex band announces details for their 'farewell gig' at Braintree Festival". Braintree and Witham Times. 20 April 2023. Retrieved 8 April 2024.
  3. ^ "Music & Me: Missing Andy". The Independent. 5 September 2011. Retrieved 12 December 2023.
  4. ^ "Protected Blog › Log in". Underclassedidleideas.wordpress.com. Retrieved 5 June 2020.
  5. ^ "MISSING ANDY | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Officialcharts.com. Retrieved 20 October 2020.
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