Broods

Broods is a musical duo from Nelson, New Zealand, composed of siblings Georgia Nott and Caleb Nott. The duo rose to fame with their unique sound, which has been compared to that of Lorde, Haim, and CHVRCHES. They have toured with notable artists such as Sam Smith, Hozier, and Taylor Swift, and have performed at various music festivals, including Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Lollapalooza, and Glastonbury Festival. Their music has been influenced by Daft Punk, Depeche Mode, and The Naked and Famous.

History

The duo's history began in Auckland, New Zealand, where they grew up surrounded by music, with their parents being fans of The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and Stevie Nicks. They started writing music together at a young age, drawing inspiration from Kate Bush, Peter Gabriel, and Bjork. In 2013, they moved to Los Angeles, California, to pursue a career in music, where they were discovered by Lorde's manager, Scott Maclachlan, and signed to Capitol Records, Universal Music Group, and Polydor Records. They have since worked with notable producers such as Joel Little, Alex Hope, and Jack Antonoff, who have also worked with Taylor Swift, Lorde, and Fun (band).

Music Style

Broods' music style is a unique blend of electronic music, pop music, and indie rock, with influences from synth-pop, dream pop, and alternative rock. Their sound has been compared to that of Purity Ring, Grimes (musician), and Lykke Li, with Georgia Nott's vocals being likened to those of Florence Welch and St. Vincent (musician). They have cited Banks (singer), FKA twigs, and James Blake (musician) as inspirations, and have been praised by critics such as NME, The Guardian, and Rolling Stone (magazine).

Discography

Broods have released several successful albums, including Evergreen (Broods album) and Conscious (Broods album), which feature hit singles such as "Bridges (Broods song)", "Mother & Father", and "Free (Broods song)". They have also released several EPs, including Broods (EP) and Conscious (EP), which have been well-received by critics and fans alike, including those from Pitchfork Media, The New York Times, and BBC Music. Their music has been featured in various television shows, such as The Vampire Diaries (season 5), Revenge (season 3), and Grey's Anatomy (season 10), and has been praised by artists such as Tove Lo, Charli XCX, and Halsey (singer).

Members

The duo consists of Georgia Nott (lead vocals, keyboards) and Caleb Nott (production, guitar, backing vocals). They have worked with several other musicians, including Joel Little, Alex Hope, and Jack Antonoff, who have also worked with Taylor Swift, Lorde, and Fun (band). They have been compared to other musical duos such as The White Stripes, The Black Keys, and Twenty One Pilots, and have been praised by critics such as NME, The Guardian, and Rolling Stone (magazine).

Awards and Nominations

Broods have been nominated for several awards, including the New Zealand Music Awards, the APRA Awards, and the MTV Europe Music Awards. They have won several awards, including the New Zealand Music Award for Best Group and the APRA Award for Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year. They have been praised by artists such as Lorde, Haim, and CHVRCHES, and have been compared to other notable artists such as Tame Impala, Arctic Monkeys, and The 1975.

Tours

Broods have toured extensively, performing at various music festivals and venues around the world, including Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Lollapalooza, and Glastonbury Festival. They have toured with notable artists such as Sam Smith, Hozier, and Taylor Swift, and have performed at venues such as Madison Square Garden, The Hollywood Bowl, and Wembley Stadium. They have been praised by critics such as NME, The Guardian, and Rolling Stone (magazine), and have been compared to other notable live performers such as Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Coldplay. Category:New Zealand musical groups