TheDears
The Dears are a Canadian indie rock band from Montreal, Quebec. The band is led by the husband-and-wife duo of singer-guitarist Murray Lightburn and keyboardist Natalia Yanchak.
- Origin
- Montréal
- Active since
- 1995
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Biography
Story
The Dears are a Canadian indie rock band from Montreal, Quebec. Formed in 1995, the band is led by the husband-and-wife duo of singer-guitarist Murray Lightburn and keyboardist Natalia Yanchak. Their music blends elements of alternative rock and indie, and they have released several albums and EPs over the years, including 'No Cities Left' in 2003 and 'Gang of Losers' in 2006. The band has been associated with labels such as Pheromone Recordings and Arts & Crafts Productions.
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Formed in 1995 in Montreal.
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Released album 'No Cities Left' in 2003.
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Released album 'Gang of Losers' in 2006.
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Associated label: Pheromone Recordings.
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Key members: Murray Lightburn and Natalia Yanchak.
Selection
Discography
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- End of a Hollywood Bedtime Story2000
End of a Hollywood Bedtime Story
BuyAmazon ↗ - Orchestral Pop Noir Romantique2001EP
Orchestral Pop Noir Romantique
- Protest2002EP
Protest
- No Cities Left2003
No Cities Left
BuyAmazon ↗ - Gang of Losers2006
Gang of Losers
BuyAmazon ↗ - You and I Are a Gang of Losers2007EP
You and I Are a Gang of Losers
- Missiles2008
Missiles
- Degeneration Street2011
Degeneration Street
- Times Infinity, Volume One2015
Times Infinity, Volume One
- Times Infinity, Volume Two2017
Times Infinity, Volume Two
- Lovers Rock2020
Lovers Rock
BuyAmazon ↗ - Life is Beautiful! Life is Beautiful! Life is Beautiful!2025
Life is Beautiful! Life is Beautiful! Life is Beautiful!
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FAQ
About the artist
Q01When was the band formed?+
The Dears was formed in 1995.
Q02Who are the members of the band?+
The band is led by Murray Lightburn and Natalia Yanchak.
Q03Where is the artist from?+
The Dears is from Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Q04What genre of music do they play?+
The Dears plays independent rock music.
Q05What are their biggest hits?+
Some of their biggest hits include the albums 'No Cities Left' (2003) and 'Gang of Losers' (2006).
Q06Have they won any awards?+
The Dears have not won any awards.