Cast

About

Cast, the Liverpool quartet, didn’t just ride the Britpop wave; they shaped its sonic landscape with anthemic choruses and Richard Ashcroft-esque swagger. Built from the ashes of The La's and Shack – two bands that defined the mercurial brilliance of Liverpool’s music scene – Cast distilled the best of both worlds: the shimmering jangle-pop of the former and the raw, melancholic edge of the latter. Their sound, a potent blend of melodic rock, swirling psychedelia, and distinctly British lyrical observations, positioned them as stadium-ready contenders. "All Change," their 1995 debut, catapulted them to fame with singles like "Alright" and "Walkaway," each track a masterclass in crafting singalong stadium fillers. While contemporaries often leaned into irony, Cast embraced sincerity, resulting in a devoted following. Their later albums, while exploring more experimental sonic territories, never lost sight of the core melodic principles that made them so successful. After a hiatus, Cast reunited, proving their music’s enduring power with new recordings and consistently sold-out shows. More than just a Britpop footnote, Cast's musical legacy continues to resonate, a reminder of a time when anthems ruled the airwaves and hope, however fleeting, felt perpetually attainable.