House Of Quirk

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December 10 - Run My Way

These boys are a 7 piece boy band that were formed in 2025, in fact, they are one of Simon Cowell's offerings and formed on his Netflix TV show 'The Next Act' which was a reality style show, Cowell hosted, and would audition and select members for a new boy band, initially he wanted to only select 5 contestants but ended up with 7 as he said the 'seven just popped!'. The group released their debut single which is the chosen song and made it to 68 in the UK charts. Their debut EP faired better on the UK album charts as it made it to number 5!

Noah Kahan - Stick Season

Here he is again! American singer songwriter, Noah, was born in Vermont, US. Known for his brand of folk pop music, his debut single, 'Hurt Somebody' went gold in the US and charted internationally. His debut album 'Busyhead' was released in 2019, his second record 'I Am/I Was' was released in 2021, his third, 'Stick Season' the following year which was a commercial breakthrough for him and also lead him to a Grammy nod! He has a documentary called 'Out of Body' on Netflix where he openly talks about his mental health battles with anxiety, body dismorphia and depression.

The War On Drugs - Red Eyes

These people are an indie rock band from Philadelphia, they are currently a 7 piece band, they got started in 2005, and have released five albums to date, their debut was released in 2008 called 'Wagonwheel Blues' and their latest record was 2021's 'I Don't Live Here Anymore'. They have recently announced that they have almost finished recording their 6th album due to be released later this year or early next year. The band have said they take influence from the likes of Bruce Springsteen and Talk Talk, the later of which appear later on this list!

Olivia Rodrigo - Vampire

Olivia is an American singer songwriter and actress, she was a child actor appearing in American adverts, she had a lead role in a couple of Disney shows like 'Bizaardvark' and a High School Musical TV show. She soon shifted her focus to music and her debut record, 2021's 'Sour' was a massive hit for her, it topped the US charts and scored several international number one hits with 'Drivers License' and 'Good 4 U'. She has since released a further two albums, 'Guts' in 2023 and this years 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love'. She has won four Grammys and four MTV music awards, and was also Time magazine's 'entertainer of the year' in 2021.

Depeche Mode - Enjoy the Silence

Depeche mode are an electronic band, currently a duo from Essex. They were originally a 4 piece, wiht Vince Clarke of Yazoo and Erasure. They have released a total of 15 albums to date, starting with 1981's 'Speak & Spell'. Clarke was the bands primary writer and wrote all but 2 of the tracks on the bands debut album, but he left at the end of '81. Martin Gore who had wrote two tracks on their debut, became the chief songwriter, and composed hits like 'See You', 'Personal Jesus' and 'Enjoy the Silence'. The band released their latest album in 2023, 'Memento Mori' which was released to critical acclaim.

Talk Talk - Life's What You Make It

English new wavers, Talk Talk formed in 1981 by Mark Hollis on vocals, Lee Harris on drums and Paul Webb on bass. The band released 5 albums between 1982 and 1991, their debut record was 82's 'The Party's Over' and their last record was 1991's 'Laughing Stock'. The band had hits with tracks like the self titled 'Talk Talk', 'It's My Life' and the chosen track. Singer Hollis disbanded the group in in 1991 and said he wished to focus on his family. He did eventually return to music in the late 90's and released his self titled album. Talk Talk were massively influential to other artists like Kate Bush, Pearl Jam, Doves, Elbow, The War On Drugs and Radiohead. Their songs have been covered many times by several artists like Placebo, Weezer and No doubt.

T H E // Q U I R K // S H O P

You read that correctly - Our Quirkshop Class is back!

Do your iron curls have a habit of looking... absolutely nothing like the ones your stylist does?

Good news! You're probably making one (or two... or seven!) really common mistakes... and our next QUIRKSHOP: Curl Like a Pro is here to fix them!

This time, our wonderful Hannah is taking to the stage! Calm, patient and ridiculously talented, Hannah will guide you through our 90-minute hands-on class, helping you finally understand why your ironed curls don't always behave... and, more importantly, how to make them behave!

Here's what's waiting for you...

✔️Theory Fiesta – learn the simple science behind curls, heat settings and prep.
✔️Watch & Learn – see Hannah create the look step by step.
✔️Hands On Practice – you'll use our in-house irons to curl your own hair with Hannah coaching you throughout
✔️Q&A – ask all those questions you've been saving for your hairdresser!

And because this is House of Quirk...
🥂 A glass of Prosecco (or any non-alcoholic drink from our HQ menu!) along with a goody bag to take home, AND exclusive discounts on Cloud Nine electricals and Davines products on the day.

Plus, we'll email you all of the theory afterwards, so you can enjoy the class without frantically taking notes!

When: Friday 6th March, 4PM till 5.30PM
Where: House of Quirk
How much: £45pp
Spaces: Just 4 spaces!

To secure your space, give us a call on 01606 330 879 to make payment (deposit) – Be quick, these classes always fill fast!

There is a maximum of 4 tickets available for each class, because the best learning happens in small groups 🖤

If you've ever wished you could recreate that 'I've just left the salon' feeling all by yourself... this one's for you!

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Some great choices this week, let's have a look!

REM - The One I Love

These guys are an American rock band formed in Athens, Georgia in 1980, they released 15 albums starting with 1983's 'Murmur' and ending with 2011's 'Collapse into Now'. It was the albums 'Out of Time' and 'Automatic for the People' that propelled the band to superstardom, songs like 'Shiny Happy People', 'Losing My Religion' and 'Everybody Hurts' that entered the public conscious and are still huge songs to this day. REM called it a day after the released their final album, they released a really nice statement, that there had been no fall outs, no lawyers, they just wanted to end, 'their way'.

Jamiroquai - Virtual Insanity

English acid jazz funk rockers, Jamiroquaui formed in London in 1992. The band have released 8 albums to date and have sold over 26 million albums world wide. The chosen song won them a Grammy and the same year they were also nominated for Best Pop Album. Originally signing a record deal for 8 albums back in the 90's they are actually about to release their 9th album after 9 years with a new label, lead singer Jason Kay announced in June that the album was finished and had entered the mastering stage. Known for big singles like 'Cosmic Girl', 'Deeper Underground', 'Little L' and 'Feels Just Like It Should' all remain as relevant as ever!

Lorde - Royals

Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O'Connor is a New Zealander singer songwriter who has released 4 albums to date, beginning with 2013's 'Pure He**in', which launched her to stardom with the huge 'Royals'. She had been working with and was signed by Universal since the age of 13 to develop her sound and artistic image, they unsuccessfully attempted to pair her with songwriters but ultimately she wanted to write her own songs, she just needed help on the production side of things. Her debut was compared to those like Florence Welch and Lana Del Ray.

Hozier - Too Sweet

His debut single 'Take Me to Church' was a massive hit for him back in 2013, the song itself became multi-platinum in several countries, it made it to number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US, but... he isn't still dining out on the success of one song, he had another number one single called 'Too Sweet' which was massive back in 2024. He has released 3 albums to date, he released his self titled debut in 2019, he last album entitled 'Unreal Unearth' was released in 2023. It was his demo of 'Take Me to Church' that got him noticed, he was playing various mic nights across Dublin, wrote and demoed the song, and it caught the attention of a record label which released his debut EP!

Of Monsters and Men - Little Talks

These guys are Icelandic folk rockers that formed in 2010. The band have released four albums to date, their first was 2011's 'My Head Is an Animal' and their last released album was 2025's 'All Is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade'. The chosen song is taken off their debut record and was the lead single. According to the bands lead singer, the song is about two loving people who are talking past each other, perhaps one is deceased, one person isn't really hearing the other. It was inspired by an old house she had moved into. The song entered number 12 in the UK charts.

Spin Doctors - Two Princes

This band formed in the late 80's in New York and were originally called Trucking Company which was during John Poppers tenure in the band and he left to form Blues Traveler. After his departure they became Spin Doctors. They signed a deal in 1990 and have released seven albums to date. Their debut was 1991's 'Pocket Full of Kryptonite' and their latest album was 2025's 'Face Full of Cake'. The chosen song is off the bands debut album and was a top 3 hit in the UK. Their other big hit was 'Little Miss Can't Be Wrong' which was a top 20 billboard hot 100 hit in the US.

Thank you as always for those who chose!

B A T H R O O M 🚨 U P D A T E

A little heads up for anyone visiting us over the next few days...

Our HQ bathroom has decided to go on strike.

Unfortunately, we're currently dealing with what looks to be an external pipe issue, so whilst we wait for it to be sorted, our loo is temporarily out of action 🚧

If you find yourself caught short during your appointment, the nearest public toilets are just a few doors down at McDonald's 🍟

We're really sorry for the inconvenience!

We're keeping everything crossed that it'll be back up and running as soon as possible, but as it's looking like an external issue, it may take a little longer than we'd like. Thank you for bearing with us 🖤

We'll keep you updated as soon as we're back in business... the bathroom, that is!

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A diverse set of songs here, let's take a look!

Fatboy Slim - Sunset (Bird of Prey)

Now this guys name is a strange one, he was born Quentin Leo Cook but when he joined the Housemartins with future Beautiful South singer Paul Heaton, he changed it to Norman Cook. He joined that band when their bass player left so quickly moved to Hull and joined them, he had never played the bass before and said he 'learned how to play bass guitar in about a week' - hmmm. The band released 2 albums and Cook started ot become bored playing the music. The band called it a day in 1988. After a few other projects, he became Fatboy Slim in 1995 and has released four albums under that name. The chosen song comes off his third record, 'Halfway Between the Gutter and the Stars' and was the lead single.

Kenny Chesney - She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy

This lad is an American country singer and has sold around 30 million albums world wide. He has released 21 albums to date, his debut, 'In My Wildest Dreams' was released back in 1994 and his latest record, 'Silver Sands Marina' is set for release in September. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee and after graduating college he started to perform locally in bars and clubs, he became the resident performer at The Turf. He later got a songwriting contract at Capricorn Records which had started a country music division, it wasn't long before his debut album released which sold 10 thousand copies, it was a slow start for Kenny, but he kept writing and releasing albums and by album four, he had achieved two consecutive number one hits.

Abba - Dancing Queen

Abba... we all know who they are. One of the biggest groups in the world, their popularity continues to soar, they still sell albums, they have an avatar show in London, back in 2021 they released a new album 40 years after their last album, 1981's 'The Visitors'. The band remain one of the best selling artists of all time, selling over 150 million albums world wide. Their compilation album, 'ABBA Gold' has been in the UK album charts for a record of 1,248 weeks. They have had 8 consecutive number one albums in the UK. Their virtual avatar show in London has been a massive success, and passed the 4 million in attendance marker in April of this year and has contributed over £2 billion to the UK economy! Amazing. They have a musical based on their songs, 2 films have been made from that musical, they have written for other artists, they have won many awards. Their popularity is unlikely to wane any time soon!

Dexys Midnight Runners - Come On Eileen

These Brummies formed the band in 1978 and released 3 albums between 1980 and 1985. It was their second record, 1982's 'Too-Rye-Ay' that propelled them to stardom, the chosen track was the second single from the album and was a huge hit and continues to be played to this day. Leader Kevin Rowland added a violin section to the bands horn section, but the horn players decided to leave, Rowland convinced them to stay long enough to record the album, but it was the violin that became the prominant part of the song! The band eventually parted ways in 1986, but came back together in 2003 and have since released 3 albums and are about to release their 7th record 'Love' later this year.

INXS - Need You Tonight

This Australian band got together in 1977, originally called The Farriss Brothers, as 3 members of the band were brothers, they were eventually augmented by Garry Beers on bass and Michael Hutchence on vocals. The band had their first Australian number one hit called 'Original Sin' and achieved international success in the mid to late 1980's with albums like 'Kick' and 'X' and with singles like 'What You Need', 'Need You Tonight' and 'Never Tear Us Apart'. The band have released 12 albums to date, their first was 1980's self titled, and their last was almost like a tribute album to themselves and Michael Hutichence who died in 1997, the album features re-recordings of the bands biggest hits with guest vocalists.

Smashing Pumpkins - 1979

Chicgo alt rockers formed in 1988 by lead vocalist and guitarist Billy Corgan, guitarist James Iha, drummer Jimmy Chamberlin and bassist D'arcy Wretzky. They have changed their sound over the years and have continued to integrate other genres and elements into their music, heavy rock, grunge, psychedelia, shoegaze, prog rock and electronica! The band broke up in 2000 and the members went on to do other things, Billy formed another group calle Zwan but was short lived. The Pumpkins reformed in 2006 and have steadily released albums since then, in fact the band have released a total 13 albums, 6 during their first era, and 7 albums since their return, one of their albums was a triple album! Crazy!

Thank you again for the choosers and their choices!

🐉🦆 It's Dragon Boat Festival Day, Northwich! 🦆🐉

Our town is set to be buzzing today, the dragons are ready, the ducks are waiting, and we're so excited to see Northwich come alive once again!

If you've got an appointment with us today, just a little heads up...

-Car parks are likely to be much busier than usual.

-Some roads are closed for the event.

The town centre will be full of festival-goers.

Please allow yourself a little extra time to park and make your way through the crowds so you can arrive nice and relaxed for your appointment.

And if you're heading down to the river afterwards, don't miss the legendary Northwich Duck Race between 3pm–4pm... plus the brand new Business Duck Race! 👀

This year you'll be able to spot House Of Quackers taking on the competition!

We didn't get to give our ducks the Quirk treatment this time around, but we've already put our suggestion in to decorate them next year... so watch this space!

Whether you're racing, spectating, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, we hope you have the most fantastic day.

Happy Dragon Boat Festival, Northwich! 🖤

T E X T U R E D // E L E G A N C E

One from prom season earlier last month, and Tash was in her happy place!

Her Stalker here was getting ready for one very special evening, and with naturally curly hair, there was never any question about trying to fight it.

Instead, Tasha embraced every curl. By creating an ultra-sleek foundation throughout the sides and nape, before allowing our Stalker's natural texture to bloom through the crown and textured bun, she created a look that was not only elegant, but engineered to last.

When you work with curly hair instead of against it, magic happens. Texture isn't something to tame, it's something to design around.

Not only does the finished style look softer and more authentic, it also means there's no worrying about those little curls deciding to rebel halfway through the evening!

The internal structure was designed to support this hairstyle, while the natural texture does exactly what it does best... adding movement, volume and beautiful detail.

Those little face-framing tendrils was the perfect finishing touch too!

One thing people are often surprised to hear is that there isn't really such a thing as just one upstyling appointment when booking in. Some styles take 30-45 minutes... whilst others can take well over an hour.

That's why here at HQ we offer three tiers of occasional hair appointments, making your booking bespoke to your hair length, texture, density and the intricacy of the style you're dreaming of.

Appointments range from £48–£70, because no two upstyles are ever quite the same, and your individual hair length + density needs to be factored in too.

If you've got a wedding, prom, races, party, a date with friends, or special occasion on the horizon, pop us a message with your inspiration pictures and we'll happily recommend the right appointment and provide you with a quotation.

And can we just add in, upstyling is making a proper comeback! Dare we say it's even starting to steal the spotlight from the classic weekend blow-dry and curls? 👀

So... we'd love to know...

Are you Team Upstyle or Team Bouncy Blow-dry? Let us know in the comments below!

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