The Charlatans - Just Lookin'

What this video is

Released in May 1995 as part of The Charlatans' commercial and critical peak, 'Just Lookin'' accompanied the band's self-titled fourth album — their first UK number-one LP. The single arrived at a pivotal juncture in British pop culture when Britpop was transitioning from underground indie credibility to mainstream dominance, with Oasis and Blur competing for chart supremacy. The Charlatans, rooted in the late-80s…

Why it matters

Represents the stylistic maturation of Madchester-origin British indie rock into mainstream Britpop. The Charlatans' consistent Hammond organ, psychedelic undertones, and Tim Burgess's laconic delivery distinguish them within a crowded 1995 British rock landscape. 'Just Lookin'' as a double A-side…

The director

British director who graduated from Central Saint Martins with a BA in Fine Art Film, subsequently building a prolific music video career directing over 100 videos for artists including The Charlatans, Suede, Faithless, Chase & Status, Take That, and Imelda…