About Brian & Michael
Genre
Folk
An elegiac tribute to painter L.S. Lowry penned by Michael Coleman so impressed his producer Kevin Parrott that the two briefly recorded as a duo. "Matchstalk Men and Matchstalk Cats and Dogs" was a surprise U.K. number one in 1978, but Brian and Michael were unable to exploit its success with a follow-up hit. Coincidentally, the vocal backing on the disc was provided by the St. Winifred's School Choir, who would later enjoy a U.K. number one of their own in 1980 with "There's No-One Quite Like Grandma." After splitting with "Brian," Coleman continued his writing career, penning Ken Dodd's 1981 hit "Hold My Hand." Kevin Parrott died on October 9, 2023.
Members of Brian & Michael include, or have included, Brian Burke.
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