Linx

Linx were pivotal figures in the Brit-funk movement of the early 1980s, a scene that bridged the gap between traditional soul and the emerging electronic pop era. Formed in London, the group initially featured a full band lineup including session veterans Bob Carter and Andy Duncan before distilling into the core duo of David Grant and Peter Martin.

Their sound was characterized by a high degree of technical proficiency, particularly Martin's slap-bass technique which became a hallmark of the genre. David Grant's smooth, versatile tenor provided a commercial edge that allowed the band to achieve significant UK chart success with hits like 'Intuition' and 'You're Lying'. Culturally, they represented a shift in British Black music toward a more self-assured, polished identity. Following their 1983 split, Grant transitioned into a successful solo career and later became a prominent vocal coach, while Martin joined the experimental post-punk outfit 23 Skidoo, illustrating the band's deep roots in the diverse UK musical underground of the era.