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Arctic Monkeys
Arctic Monkeys
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NameArctic Monkeys
CaptionAlex Turner and Jamie Cook of Arctic Monkeys performing at Glastonbury Festival
Backgroundgroup_or_band
GenreIndie rock, Psychedelic rock, Garage rock
Years active2002–present
LabelDomino Records, EMI
Associated actsThe Last Shadow Puppets, Miles Kane, Richard Hawley

Arctic Monkeys are a renowned English rock band from Sheffield, South Yorkshire, formed in 2002 by Alex Turner, Jamie Cook, Nick O'Malley, and Matt Helders. The band's original lineup included Andy Nicholson, who left in 2006 and was replaced by Nick O'Malley. Arctic Monkeys have been associated with The Strokes, The White Stripes, and The Libertines, and have performed at various festivals, including Glastonbury Festival, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and Lollapalooza. The band has also collaborated with Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age and Iggy Pop.

History

The band's formation can be attributed to Alex Turner and Jamie Cook, who met at Stocksbridge High School in Sheffield. They began playing music together, influenced by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and David Bowie. The band's early sound was shaped by The Strokes and The White Stripes, and they quickly gained a following in the UK music scene. In 2005, they released their debut album, Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not, which became the fastest-selling debut album in UK Albums Chart history, surpassing records set by Oasis and Coldplay. The album was produced by Jim Abbiss and featured the hit single I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor, which reached number one on the UK Singles Chart.

Members

The current members of the band are Alex Turner (lead vocals, guitar), Jamie Cook (lead guitar), Nick O'Malley (bass guitar), and Matt Helders (drums, backing vocals). The band's original bassist, Andy Nicholson, left in 2006 due to personal reasons and was replaced by Nick O'Malley. Alex Turner has also been involved in side projects, including The Last Shadow Puppets, a collaboration with Miles Kane and James Ford of The Kaiser Chiefs. Matt Helders has also worked with Iggy Pop and Josh Homme on various projects.

Discography

The band's discography includes Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not (2005), Favourite Worst Nightmare (2007), Humbug (2009), Suck It and See (2011), AM (2013), and Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino (2018). Their albums have been produced by Jim Abbiss, James Ford, and Josh Homme, and have featured collaborations with Richard Hawley and Pete Doherty of The Libertines. The band's music has been released on Domino Records and EMI, and they have been associated with Rough Trade Records and Warner Music Group.

Musical Style

The band's musical style has evolved over the years, from their early indie rock sound to a more psychedelic rock and garage rock influenced sound. They have been compared to The Strokes, The White Stripes, and The Libertines, and have cited The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and David Bowie as influences. The band's lyrics, written by Alex Turner, often focus on British culture and youth culture, and have been praised for their wit and observational humor. The band has also been influenced by Kraftwerk, The Velvet Underground, and The Doors.

Awards and Nominations

The band has won numerous awards, including the Mercury Prize for Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not and the Brit Award for Best British Rock Album for AM. They have also been nominated for Grammy Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, and NME Awards. The band has been recognized for their live performances, which have been praised by The Guardian, The Times, and Rolling Stone. They have also been named one of the greatest bands of all time by NME and The Rolling Stone.

Tours

The band has embarked on several tours, including the Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not Tour (2005-2006), the Favourite Worst Nightmare Tour (2007-2008), and the AM Tour (2013-2014). They have performed at various festivals, including Glastonbury Festival, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and Lollapalooza, and have supported bands such as The Strokes and The White Stripes. The band's live performances have been praised for their energy and charisma, and they have been named one of the best live bands by The Guardian and Rolling Stone. The band has also performed with The Black Keys, The Killers, and Foo Fighters on various tours. Category:English rock music groups