The Lilac Time
Originally steered by Stephen Duffy, a former member of hitmakers Duran Duran,
the Lilac Time emerged on the folk-rock scene and became known for their
delicate blend of folk, pop, and rock influences. Hailing from Herefordshire,
the UK group expanded their lineup in 1986 to include Stephen Duffy's brother
Nick Duffy and their friend Michael Weston. Their early albums, such as The
Lilac Time (1987) and Paradise Circus (1989), drew comparisons to 1960s pop and
the storytelling traditions of British folk music. They signed to the legendary
Creation Records in 1990 and released Astr...
