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1981 June Stuart Adamson (b. 11 April 1958, Manchester) leaves the Skids and recruits fellow native to Dunfermline, Bruce Watson (B. 11 March 1961, Ontario, Canada) and Big Country is formed . Stuart, Bruce & Rick Buckler (The Jam) demo "Heart & Soul" and "Angle Park" at London Townhouse for Virgin Records, whom Stuart is still signed to. July
Virgin Records release Stuart from contract but retain publishing rights. September Stuart and Bruce form original Big Country line up, adding Pete (now of Runrig) & Alan Wishart. November
Ian Grant (Manager) gets response from Chris Briggs at Phonogram who goes to Dunfermline to see band in rehearsal. Expresses interest but with reservation Ensign offer singles deal |
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