MOLOKO - SING IT BACK

Moloko was a trip-hop and electropop duo from Sheffield, United Kingdom, formed in 1995 by Mark Brydon, originally from Sunderland, and Róisín Murphy, from Arklow, Ireland. The group debuted with the "Moloko EP" in May 1995 through Echo Records, followed later that year by the album "Do You Like My Tight Sweater?". Their final studio album, "Statues", was released in 2003. Brydon and Murphy met at a party in Sheffield, where Murphy, who had no prior professional singing experience, reportedly introduced herself with the phrase "Do you like my tight sweater? See how it fits my body!", which inspired the title of their debut album. The name "Moloko" comes from the Nadsat slang word for "milk" used in Anthony Burgess’ novel "A Clockwork Orange". Before forming Moloko, Brydon had worked in various musical projects, including the bands Chakk and Hula, which were associated with early electronic body music and big beat styles. He also produced Krush’s 1987 hit "House Arrest" and later worked on the Cloud Nine project in 1993. "Do You Like My Tight Sweater?" gained attention in underground dance and trip-hop circles and was followed by the 1998 album "I Am Not a Doctor", which featured the track "Sing It Back". A remix of the song by producer Boris Dlugosch became a major commercial success, reaching the UK top five in 1999 and achieving widespread popularity in clubs, particularly in Ibiza. The remix was later included on over 100 compilation albums and featured in the 2005 video game "GTA: Liberty City Stories". In 2000, Moloko began touring with a full band that included percussionist Paul Slowly, keyboardist Eddie Stevens, and guitarist Dave Cook. The single "The Time Is Now" from their third album, "Things to Make and Do" (2000), became another hit. This album marked a shift toward more organic instrumentation, with less reliance on experimental electronic production. Murphy and Brydon ended their personal relationship in 2001 but continued to collaborate professionally, releasing "Statues" in 2003. The album reflected themes of romantic tension and separation while continuing to combine electronic and acoustic elements. Moloko released the live DVD "11,000 Clicks" in 2004, recorded at the Brixton Academy, featuring performances of songs such as "Indigo", "Sing It Back", and "The Time Is Now". After completing the supporting tour, the duo disbanded, and Murphy began a solo career. A compilation album, "Catalogue", was released in 2006. To promote it, Murphy and Brydon, joined by guitarist Dave Cook, performed several acoustic radio sessions. Since 2006, Moloko has remained on indefinite hiatus. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.