KANE GANG Closest Thing to Heaven UK 7" 45

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Martin Brammer interview". Zioshow.com. Archived from the original on 29 September 2007 . Retrieved 10 February 2011. a b c d e f "Kane Gang | Awards". AllMusic. Archived from the original on 19 October 2015 . Retrieved 26 January 2014. Closest Thing to Heaven was inspired by the desire to capture the deep emotions associated with an intense and meaningful connection with someone. The songwriters aimed to express the longing, vulnerability, and desire for a love that feels transcendent. 2. How did Closest Thing to Heaven impact Kane Gang’s career? The Kane Gang were a trio of Geordies from different walks of life. Martin Brammer, who was the lead singer was formally a computer stationary salesman, Paul Woods was the guitarist and keyboard player who had previously worked as a journalist for the Sunderland Echo and David Brewis, who played all the other instruments, once worked in a record shop. All three had played in small local bands and in 1982 formed the Kane Gang, naming themselves after the 1941 movie Citizen Kane, and signed to a local label called Kitchenware.

They followed it up later the same year with a cover of the Staple Singers hit Respect Yourself which reached number 21. Their next batch of hits, Gun Law (1985), Motortown (1987) and their cover of Dennis Edwards’ Don’t Look Any Further, all failed to make the top 40 although the latter did top the US dance chart. Vocalists Martin Brammer [6] (born 13 May 1957, [7] Seaham, County Durham) and Paul Woods, with multi-instrumentalist Dave Brewis, formed the trio in 1982, after meeting while in small local bands, and signed to a small record label, which led to a deal with London Records in 1984. [3] Closest Thing to Heaven" is a song by English pop band the Kane Gang, released in 1984 as the second single from their debut studio album, The Bad and Lowdown World of the Kane Gang (1985). Whitburn, Joel (2007). Joel Whitburn Presents Billboard Top Adult Songs, 1961–2006. Record Research Inc. p.146. ISBN 978-0-89820-169-7.

The main message in Closest Thing to Heaven revolves around the universal longing for a deep and meaningful connection. It reminds listeners of the transformative power of love and the profound impact it can have on our lives. The song encourages us to seek out and cherish those connections that feel like the closest thing to heaven. 9. Are there any notable covers or reinterpretations of Closest Thing to Heaven?

Paul Woods left the band in 1991 to embark on a solo career. He also worked with Brewis on an album which was never released. In 2004, after a lengthy hiatus, David Brewis teamed up with his brother Peter, who had previously been a drummer for the Futureheads, to form a new band called Field Music which in 2013 Al Kooper, former Blood Sweat and Tears member, claimed were his favourite group. The Kane Gang were an English pop trio formed in Seaham in 1982. [3] The group comprised Martin Brammer, Paul Woods and Dave Brewis. [4] They scored several UK and US hits in the 1980s. [5] Named alluding to the movie Citizen Kane, the trio recorded for the record label Kitchenware, which was also home to Prefab Sprout. Closest Thing to Heaven has had a profound impact on listeners since its release. Many have connected with its heartfelt lyrics and the mesmerizing melody, finding solace and understanding in the emotional journey the song takes them on. It has become an anthem for those seeking deep and meaningful connections and continues to touch the hearts of listeners across generations. 8. What is the main message conveyed in Closest Thing to Heaven? She not only stayed alive, she turned her hard beginnings around, became self sufficient, successful and someone with respect for herself. She didn't let the naysayers and judgers stop her. She's the one sitting in the drivers seat at the end. Closest Thing to Heaven served as a breakthrough hit for Kane Gang. It reached the top 10 on the UK charts, catapulting the duo into the spotlight. The success of the song helped solidify their position in the pop music scene and introduced them to a wider audience. 3. Can you explain the significance of the song’s melody?The lyrics of Closest Thing to Heaven are rich with emotional depth and introspection. They explore the complexities of human emotions and the universal yearning for a deep connection. The poetic nature of the lyrics allows listeners to relate to the song on a personal level, making it resonate deeply with their own experiences of love and longing. 5. How does Closest Thing to Heaven differ from other songs by Kane Gang?

Brother Brother failed to make an impact, but their second single, Smalltown Creed, seemed to point the accusing finger at the south’s weaker counterparts. Was that its intention? “It’s not meant to be taken that way,” Martin said, “It was more of a plea for people not to be ashamed and I definitely didn’t write the lyrics to intimate that the northerns are better people.” The song was produced by Pete Wingfield and limped to number 60. Those who remember listening to Gary Davies’ lunchtime show on Radio One in the eighties may remember his jingle ‘Ooh Gary Davies… On Your Radio’, that was performed by The Kane Gang using the basis of Smalltown Creed. It was also later used as the basis for the theme for the children’s television programme Byker Grove. a b "Kane Gang: Motortown". One Hit Wonder Central. Archived from the original on 19 October 2015 . Retrieved 26 January 2014.

The band's next album, Miracle, was released in 1987 and spawned two US hit singles: "Motortown" (No. 36 US / No. 45 UK) and another cover – this time of Dennis Edwards' " Don't Look Any Further" [8] (No. 64 US / No. 52 UK). The latter hit No. 1 on the US Dance Charts. [10]