The Pin Group [https://thebigcity.co.nz/artists/p/pin-group-the]
The very first group to record on Flying Nun Records, fronted by legendary experimental guitarist Roy Montgomery. Dark and Gloomy, evocative recordings - suitably earning the nickname 'Roy Division'.
The Shallows [https://thebigcity.co.nz/artists/s/the-shallows]
The Shallows were a short-lived Christchurch trio fronted by Roy Montgomery in 1985. Backed by Mick Elborado (bass) and Mary Heney (guitar / vocals) the trio recorded and self-released a sole 7" single over a couple weeks in May, 1985.
The single was the result of a $750 government arts grant - the group laid out their exact expenses on the inside sleeve of the single.
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The Pin Group
The birth of Roy Montgomery as a creative force (at least in terms of recorded groups), the Pin Group were a discordant cog that wouldn't fit in the Christchurch scene of the early 80s. Recording the very first Flying Nun Records relea
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