The Monochrome Set

Country

England

Profile

The Monochrome Set is an English new wave band, originally formed in Hornsey, London in 1978. The band was known for their incorporation of visual elements into performances, courtesy of experimental filmmaker Tony Potts. Principal songwriter Bid (real name Ganesh Seshadri) has been the constant member, with others coming and going through several phases and reformations.
Photo by Martin Morris

Website

http://www.themonochromeset.co.uk

Related articles (4)

• Review: The Monochrome Set - Fabula Mendax (Henry Schneider 2020-03-20)
• Review: The Monochrome Set - 1979-1985 - Complete Recordings (Henry Schneider 2018-03-07)
• Review: The Monochrome Set - Maisieworld (Henry Schneider 2018-03-07)
• Recommendation: Socio-politcal Commentary from the Monochrome Set (Jon Davis 2017-12-19)

Releases on file (19)

	The Monochrome Set — Fabula Mendax (Tapete TR449, 2019, CD / LP / DL)
	The Monochrome Set — Maisieworld (Tapete TR401, 2018, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Cosmonaut (Tapete TR339, 2016, CD / LP / DL)
	The Monochrome Set — Spaces Everywhere (Tapete TR 303, 2015, CD / LP / DL)
	The Monochrome Set — Super Plastic City (Disquo Bleu DB02CD, 2013, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Platinum Coils (Disquo Bleu DB01CD, 2012, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Trinity Road (Cherry Red CDBRED 122, 1995, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Misère (Cherry Red CD BRED 114, 1994, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Charade (Cherry Red CDBRED 102, 1993, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Jack (Honeymoon MONO CD 1, 1991, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Volume, Contrast, Brilliance... (Unreleased & Rare Vol. 2) (Tapete TR332, 1991/2016, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Dante's Casino (Cherry Red CDMRED 180, 1990/2000, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Fin (Cherry Red ACME 3, 1986, LP)
	The Monochrome Set — 1979-1985 - Complete Recordings (Tapete , 1985/2018, 6CD / 6LP)
	The Monochrome Set — The Lost Weekend (Cherry Red CDM RED 383, 1985/2009, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Volume, Contrast, Brilliance (Sessions & Singles Vol. 1) (Cherry Red CD BRED 47, 1983/1991, CD)
	The Monochrome Set — Eligible Bachelors (Cherry Red B RED 34, 1982, LP)
	The Monochrome Set — Love Zombies (DiN DID 8, 1980, LP)
	The Monochrome Set — Strange Boutique (DiN DID 4, 1980, LP)