9 years ago today, Paul Draper released "Grey House" on silver 7" vinyl via Kscope, featuring a 7" edit of "Who's Wearing The Trousers." As the fifth single from his debut album Spooky Action, it peaked at #2 on the Official Vinyl Singles Chart.
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INDIE BY THE SEA 1-2 May 2027
More details announced for the 2-day festival at Blackpool's Winter Gardens! Paul will be appearing on Saturday 1st May, together with Ocean Colour Scene and Embrace.
Day tickets on sale now:
https://t.co/YQjEyxGaz6
8 years ago inside jimi Hendrix's flat, Paul Draper sat down with Guitar Interactive. Joined by Ben Sink, he talks life post-Mansun and performs "The Chad Who Loved Me" & "Friends Make The Worst Enemies."
A must watch! Full interview here.
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https://t.co/M1Ntn6afl6
MANSUN RETOLD
Album Playback in 360º spatial audio + Paul Draper Q&A
A special one-off playback of the 2026 Dolby Atmos mix of Paul Draper’s Mansun Retold at Polygon Live in Soho, London on Wednesday 11th November.
Small venue so limited tickets! https://t.co/lwEwkg956u
On this day in 2018, Paul Draper and his band played at Festival No.6 in Portmeirion to mark the 20th anniversary of SIX. The set brought together his solo work and classic Mansun tracks, with a dedicated focus on the iconic album.
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Paul Draper played a memorable intimate warm-up show at The Trades Club in Hebden Bridge on September 6, 2018. The set paired classic Mansun tracks and Six material with songs from his debut solo album Spooky Action.
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Spooky Action is celebrating its 9th Anniversary today!
Released on this day in 2017, Paul Draper's 11-track debut solo album entered the UK Albums Chart at #19 and reached #3 on the UK Independent Albums Chart.
What's your favourite track from the record?
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'Attack Of The Grey Lantern' half speed master is SOLD OUT on the Official Store!
Try your local indie shop if you’re quick, or online (Burning Shed, Rough Trade, Banquet, Amazon).
The exclusive album tee (sizes S-2XL) is still available. Get yours here: https://t.co/qCjhHHujHF
In case you missed it, here's the first of two podcasts Paul did for 'Mansun Retold'. In this one, catch Paul on the @xsnoizemusic Podcast with Mark Millar discussing the story and creative process behind his latest album 'Mansun Retold'.
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https://t.co/E1PIP5XPJg
It's been 9 years since NME premiered the music video for 'Things People Want'. Dan W Jacobs' unique animation style perfectly set the stage for Paul's debut solo album, Spooky Action.
Who remembers watching this for the first time while waiting for the full album release?
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I went to check the new t-shirt today for quality control and they look superb! A great quality ethically sourced t-shirt with a beautifully printed design. PD.
Pre-order now from https://t.co/qCjhHHujHF for release on the 31st July.
Newly designed Attack Of The Grey Lantern t-shirt has been released to coincide with the new Half-Speed Remastered version of the album.
Available in sizes S to 2XL, pre-order from the Official Store for release on 31st July 2026.
https://t.co/EANKKziWjI
On the 31st July, Kscope will release Mansun's 'Attack Of The Grey Lantern', remastered at half speed at Abbey Road Studios for a level of sonic clarity previously unheard.
Pre-order now from the Official Store:
https://t.co/P8ePxthM66
EP ONE turns 10 today!
Ten years ago, Paul Draper made his memorable return with EP ONE, marking his debut release on Kscope.
Driven by lead single 'Feeling My Heart Run Slow', the EP also featured 'The Silence Is Deafening' and the Steven Wilson collaboration, 'No Ideas'.
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'Mansun Retold' 3 disc hardback book + signed A5 print is out now. (Note: signed books are sold out). CD1 is the full album, CD2 has six stripped down tracks, and the Blu-Ray features Dolby Atmos, 5.1 Surround Mix & Hi-Res Lossless Audio. Available here:
https://t.co/pglqd5g30H