Modern English

About

Formed in 1979 in Colchester, Essex, England, Modern English are an English new wave post-punk rock band. The group became best known for their hit songs "I Melt with You," "Hands Across the Sea," and "Ink and Paper." Modern English's history has been marked by several periods of activity and hiatus. The band initially disbanded in 1987, but reunited two years later in 1989. However, they disbanded again in 1991 before reuniting once more in 1995. Since their 1995 reunion, Modern English have continued performing and recording in various line-ups.