Candida Doyle facts for kids
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Candida Doyle
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| Birth name | Candida Mary Doyle |
| Born | 25 August 1963 Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Genres | Alternative rock, post-punk, Britpop, indie rock, indie pop, art rock |
| Occupations | Musician |
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Candida Mary Doyle, born on August 25, 1963, is a talented musician from Northern Ireland. She is best known as the keyboard player and sometimes a backing singer for the famous band Pulp. Candida joined the band in 1984, taking over from their previous keyboard player, Tim Allcard. Her brother, Magnus Doyle, who was the drummer, suggested she join the group.
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Early Life and Music
Growing Up in Belfast
Candida Mary Doyle was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Her parents, Sandra Voe and Rex Doyle, were both actors. She grew up with two brothers, Magnus and Daniel, who are also musicians. Her family has roots in the Shetland Islands, where her grandfather owned a fishing factory.
Learning Piano
Candida started piano lessons when she was 8 years old. Even though she enjoyed playing, she didn't always practice much. When she was 16, she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. This is a condition that can cause pain and stiffness in joints. It made her feel sad and uncomfortable, and she decided to leave school. She later said she just wanted to have fun and see music groups.
Joining Pulp
How She Became a Member
In 1984, Pulp's keyboard player, Tim Allcard, left the band. Candida's brother, Magnus Doyle, was the drummer for Pulp at the time. He suggested that Candida join the band as the new keyboard player. This was the start of her long journey with Pulp.
Early Years with the Band
When Candida first joined Pulp, the band wasn't making much money. She often spent more on the band than she earned from it. To support herself, she worked in toy shops. Even though things were tough, she stayed with the band.
Rise to Fame
Pulp released their first album with Candida, Freaks, in 1987. She became a very important part of the band's unique sound. As the 1990s began, Pulp started to become very famous. Candida played on many of their well-known albums and songs.
Famous Songs and Albums
Candida Doyle played on many of Pulp's most popular albums. These include Separations, His 'n' Hers, and the hugely successful Different Class. She also played on hit songs like "Common People", "Disco 2000", and "Do You Remember the First Time?". Her keyboard playing helped create the band's distinctive style.
Instruments and Performances
On Stage with Pulp
When performing live with Pulp, Candida used various musical instruments. She often played Farfisa Compact Professional electronic organs. She also used Roland XP-10 synthesizers and Akai S3000 samplers. These instruments helped her create the unique sounds heard in Pulp's music.
Pulp's Breaks and Reunions
Taking a Break
Pulp took a break from making music in 2002. During this time, Candida went traveling for a year. She also sometimes performed with Jarvis Cocker, Pulp's lead singer, on his solo projects.
Coming Back Together
In 2011, Pulp reunited for a series of concerts. Candida joined the other band members from the Different Class era on stage. Their big comeback show was at the Isle of Wight Festival in June 2011. This reunion lasted until 2013.
Recent Performances
A decade later, in 2023, Candida returned to the stage with Jarvis Cocker and other Pulp members. They performed new shows for fans, bringing their music to a new generation.
See also
In Spanish: Candida Doyle para niños
