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The Manic Street Preachers formed in Caerphilly, Wales in 1986 with vocalist and guitarist James Dean Bradfield, bass player Nicky Wire and drummer Sean Moore. They were later joined by Richey Edwards (guitar, lyrics), and went on to become one of the most successful British bands. As well as three UK number 1 albums, numerous awards including eleven NME, eight Q and four BRITs, they have also had two nominations for the Mercury Prize. All this plus headlined shows including Glastonbury, Reading and the V Festival.
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