Felt Members Reunite as Feel for First Show in 37 Years

## A Reunion of Sorts The reunion of Felt, a pioneering jangle-pop band from the 1980s, took an unexpected turn last night at the Glas-Goes Pop festival in Glasgow, Scotland. Three original members - Gary Ainge, Marco Thomas, and Philip King - came together on stage as Feel, the "present tense of Felt," to perform instrumental versions of their music. This marks the first time the trio has shared the stage in 37 years. ## A Legacy of Influence Felt's music has had a lasting impact on the British indie scene, with their spare, minimalist pop and jangling guitar sound earning them a devoted cult following. The band's influence can be seen in various artists, including Belle and Sebastian's Stuart Murdoch and the Charlatans' Tim Burgess. Their music has also been cited as an inspiration by bands such as the Manic Street Preachers and Girls. ## A New Chapter for Feel The reunion of Felt's original members as Feel marks a new chapter in the band's history. While founding member and frontman Lawrence was not part of this reunion, the remaining members are committed to performing instrumental versions of their catalogue. The set at Glas-Goes Pop was joined by Martin Davies on keys and Andy Wellings on lead guitar, and even featured a special guest appearance by Belle and Sebastian's Stuart Murdoch and rising musician Rhadika on vocals for the song "Primitive Painters." ## A Night to Remember For Rhadika, the daughter of Soup Dragons bassist Sushil K. Dade, the evening was a night to remember. She shared a heartfelt reflection on social media, expressing her gratitude for being a part of the reunion and performing a song that has held her soul for many years. The evening was a testament to the enduring legacy of Felt's music and the impact it continues to have on new generations of musicians and fans.