In the early to mid 1990s, Christchurch was a city flush with guitar-driven groups marshalled on record by the short-lived Flat City Records and more comprehensively by Failsafe Records. Despite the flurry of live activity and some enduring recordings, few of the active groups transcended their spirited beginnings.
Fiery trio Loves Ugly Children, comprising Simon Maclaren (guitar, vocals), Angela “Floss” Leslie (bass, vocals) and Jason Young (drums, vocals), were the most prominent and enduring group on the rising scene.
Simon Maclaren - guitar, vocals
Angela Leslie - bass
Scott McArthur
Simon Crockett
Gregg Cairns - drums
Jason Young - drums
Paul Reid - drums
Paul Reid was later a cast member on Shortland Street