Mike, Drew, Dave and Matt first joined forces back in early 1996. The common link being a passion for British 60's R'n'B, Soul and late 70's New Wave, plus the emergence of an inspirational five piece from Manchester (Oasis) which led them to form a band. The main influences at this time being Oasis, The Jam, The Who and The Small Faces.  After playing a few local gigs the band developed a loyal following which thankfully still remains today. It was at this time the band (known as Retro) began to play many Hull and East Yorkshire venues along side the Grimsby/North Lincolnshire pub circuit. During this period a sizable Hull following emerged. A name change was made in mid 1998 the MOD influence apparent as MINDS EYE was chosen, and the gigs kept coming.
But by November 1999 after three years and some two hundred dates the band had lost interest. Their final gig being at the Red Lion in Caistor.
All was quiet for two years until in May 2001 at Mike's 30th birthday bash the musical flame was rekindled. Rehearsals took place during the summer and autumn and in December 2001 CIRCA: played their comeback gig to a packed Hainton Inn in Grimsby. Since then the boys have played many Scooter Rallies and annual do's as well as some great nights at the Bootlegger Cleethorpes. 

 

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