Music style originating in Manchester in the late 1980s, fusing of acid-house dance rhythms and psychedelic pop. Leading bands in the movement include The Stone Roses, The Happy Mondays, The Charlatans and Inspiral Carpets. The movement is also closely associated with Factory Records, New Order and their club the Hacienda. Also known as "baggy".
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- Triple J: Happy Mondays and Madchester Interviews with the band and Tony Wilson of Factory Records. Requires RealPlayer.
- Madchester Edinburgh club devoted to this type of music. Provides top ten list and news.