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**The Shamen Biography** The Shamen, founded in Aberdeen, Scotland in 1985, originally operated under the name Alone Again Or before changing to their current name later that year. Their early music was characterized by psychedelic indie rock, with their first album under the name The Shamen being 1987's "Drop." By 1987, band member Colin was inspired by the emerging sampling and beat-driven music of groups like M/A/R/R/S, leading to a shift in the band's direction. This change prompted Derek McKenzie to leave the group to return to school, while Colin added new bass player Will Sinnott in October 1987, focusing on vocals and guitar himself. This lineup change set the stage for The Shamen to become pioneers of "indie-dance," influencing many late-'80s pop bands and paving the way for future influential groups. The single "Jesus Loves Amerika," released in 1988, marked a politically-charged evolution in their sound, combining electronic and rock elements. After their 1989 album "In Gorbachev We Trust," the band relocated to London, where they connected with other artists and released the mini-album "Phorward," which fully embraced electronic music. Their 1990 album "En-Tact" brought The Shamen international recognition, featuring singles like "Pro>gen," "Hyperreal," "Omega Amigo," "Make It Mine," and "Possible Worlds." The addition of rappers

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