Romeo's Daughter

Biography

This UK AOR band were fronted by female vocalist Leigh Matty, expertly backed by songwriter and guitarist Craig Joiner, Tony Mitman on keyboards, Ed Poole on bass and drummer Andy Wells. The band came together under the direction of producer Robert ‘Mutt’ Lange in what seemed to be an attempt to recreate a similar project from the late 70s with his wife’s band, Night. Lange, along with John Parr and Joiner, worked hard on the songs and production and, armed with a contract with Jive Records, issued the single ‘Heaven In The Backseat’, a minor hit that brought together elements of both Heart and Belinda Carlisle while retaining an ‘English’ sound. 1989’s self-titled album sold well and the band proved a popular live attraction, receiving much attention from Radio 1’s Rock Show who broadcast live concerts and an exclusive session. ‘Heaven In The Back Seat’, meanwhile, also turned up on the soundtrack to Nightmare...

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