English rock band formed in London in 2010. Lineup: Dan Smith (vocals), Will Farquarson (bass/guitar), Kyle Simmons (keyboards), and Chris "Woody" Wood (drums). Distinguished by Smith's high tenor and the band's combination of synth-pop, alternative rock, and orchestral textures.
Five studio albums between Bad Blood (2013) and & (Ampersand) (2024). Commercial peak: Bad Blood (featuring "Pompeii," one of the best-selling UK singles of 2013) and Wild World (2016). The band has remained active continuously since formation.
