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Vox – Chameleons
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- Jan 16, 2026
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Summary
Vox, lead vocalist of Chameleons, discusses the group’s successful reformation and their latest album Arctic Moon . The conversation explores the Chameleons’ origins in Manchester’s late 1970s post-punk scene, their breakthrough John Peel session, and challenging relationships with CBS Records and producer Steve Lillywhite. Vox reflects on their early years and the tensions that led to the band’s original dissolution. Throughout, the conversation highlights the Chameleons’ status as one of the most influential guitar bands of the 1980s, whose atmospheric sound has cemented their legacy as Manchester’s most underrated musical export. Further information chameleonsband.com Chameleons podcast tracks Podcasts also available: Steve Diggle – Buzzcocks , David Gedge – The Wedding Present , Peter Perrett – The Only Ones , Andy Gill – Gang of Four , Barry Adamson – Magazine This podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts , YouTube , Spotify , Google apps and all usual platforms If you like what I do please support me on Ko-fi The post Vox – Chameleons appeared first on The Strange Brew .