The Connells
The Connells are a music group from Raleigh, North Carolina. The group was
formed in 1984 by guitarist Mike Connell, along with his brother David Connell
on bass, George Huntley on guitar, Doug MacMillan on lead vocals, and Peele
Wimberley on drums. The group started writing songs and recording together,
eventually releasing their debut album Darker Days in 1985. The Connells were
part of the 1980s college radio boom, particularly with their second album
Boylan Heights (1986), recorded with producer Mitch Easter. Their music garnered
comparisons with R.E.M. The group released the...
