The Perfect English Weather

The Perfect English Weather

The Perfect English Weather are a British indie pop duo made up of Simon Pickles and Wendy Pickles, based in Brighton. They are also associated with The Popguns, and their music draws on the idea of pop songcraft rather than overtly youthful rock styling.

Style and themes

Their songs focus on domestic and everyday scenes, with references to overcast afternoons in seaside cafes, conversations with cats, weekend trips to cancelled Morrissey concerts, and other small moments of ordinary life. The group combines heartache with humour, and the material is described as music for listeners who prefer a karaoke party to a dinner party.

Recording and releases

Their debut album, Isobar Blues, begins as a set of simple acoustic recordings but develops into fuller electric guitar pop. The record features guitars, words and melodies that are intended to linger, and it includes the song English Weather, which serves as a signature track for the group.

Sound and identity

The Perfect English Weather use hazy imagery and observational writing to suggest seaside weather, daydreaming and everyday atmosphere. Their work sits within indie pop and pop, with a particular emphasis on melodic, unshowy songwriting.