abstract:The Jesus and Mary Chain are a Scottish alternative rock band formed in East Kilbride in 1983. The band revolves around the songwriting partnership of brothers Jim and William Reid.
The progression of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club whose sound has been cited over the years as resembling bands from JesusandMaryChain to the Stooges and My Bloody Valentine has also coincided with the group's relocation from Los Angeles back to its home of San Francisco.