The Wildhearts
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The Wildhearts are an English rock band that formed in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1989. Their musical style blends hard rock with catchy pop melodies, drawing inspiration from sources as varied as the Beatles and 1980s metal bands. The group achieved considerable chart success in Britain, securing multiple top 20 singles and two top 10 albums. However, their career has been marked by significant struggles, including contentious disputes with their record label East West and internal challenges stemming from issues related to substance abuse and mental health.
