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Reformed Band Proves Age is Just a Number
3 Apr
Summary
- All-female band Beaker reformed after a 25-year hiatus.
- The band released a new single inspired by a feminist icon.
- Original members, now in their mid-50s, are serious about music.
An all-female indie band, Beaker, has made a significant comeback after a 25-year hiatus, demonstrating that age has not diminished their musical prowess. Formed by students at Oxford Polytechnic in the 1990s, the group built a following in a vibrant music scene that also produced bands like Radiohead and Supergrass.
The reunion was initiated after the passing of original bassist Kim Parsons in 2023. A planned one-off performance at the Charlbury Riverside Festival unexpectedly blossomed into a full-scale return for the Oxford-based musicians.
Original members, now in their mid-50s, find that this stage of life brings a fresh perspective. They express a reduced concern for external perception and a heightened focus on musical content and standards, indicating a more serious approach to their craft.
Beaker's return is marked by the release of a new single, which draws inspiration from Gisèle Pelicot, a feminist figure known for her role in a high-profile rape case. This reflects the band's commitment to delivering powerful messages through their music.
The band, featured in a BBC Radio 4 documentary titled 'Band of Mothers', aims for further success with plans to release an EP and secure larger festival slots. They emphasize their dedication to the love of music and their community, with an open aspiration for wider recognition, perhaps even a Glastonbury performance.
