The Great Leap Forward (band)
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The Great Leap Forward are a British band formed by former Big Flame member Alan Brown, when his previous band split up in 1987. The Great Leap Forward was essentially a solo project, although various musicians were added for live performances. The sound was more melodic and danceable than his earlier band, still with overtly political lyrics. After three 12" EPs on Ron Johnson Records, that label's collapse led to a move to Communications Unique for debut album Don't Be Afraid Of Change, receiving critical acclaim.[according to whom?] A final 12" single Heart and Soul was followed by the LP compilation Season 87-88 which largely comprised tracks from the three Ron Johnson singles, and the CD compilation Great Leap Forward before Brown put the project on long-term hold in early 1990.[1]
References
- ^ Strong, Martin C. (2003) "The Great Indie Discography", Canongate, ISBN 1-84195-335-0