'A true pioneer and legend. He will be forever missed.'
Happy Mondays later achieved a successful crossover into the musical mainstream with hits from albums such as Pills ‘N’ Thrills And Bellyaches and also earned a reputation as hellraisers.Synonymous with the “Madchester” music scene, their blend of psychedelia and alternative rock continues to influence other acts.Paul remained an active member as the Happy Mondays broke up and reformed multiple times across the last 40 years.
Outside of the band, he also acted in several films including The Ghosts Of Oxford Street and Losing It, and made a cameo as a gangster in the film 24 Hour Party People, about the Madchester music scene. In addition to Happy Mondays, he also formed the band Big Arm and released a 2008 album titled Radiator, and played DJ sets around the world.In January 2012, it was announced that the Happy Mondays were reforming with all of the original members, including Paul.
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