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Arctic Monkeys

The Arctic Monkeys emerged from Sheffield in 2002, and from their beginnings, their sound was distinguished by raw energy and a direct connection with the audience. What made them noticed from the start was their way of reaching people: instead of following traditional channels, they relied on dissemination through the internet and demos that circulated among fans. This strategy, almost pioneering at the time, generated a great buzz and highlighted the power of the network to promote new bands. This approach marked a before and after in the way music could be promoted.

Their first work, the album Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not, released in 2006, caused an immediate impact. Not only did it become the fastest-selling debut in its first week in the UK, outselling many other Top 20 albums combined, but it also won the award for Best British Album at the 2007 Brit Awards. This record, which captured the essence of their initial sound, has been recognized as one of the most significant debuts. It was followed by Favourite Worst Nightmare in 2007, which also reached number one on the charts and was described as a "very, very fast and very, very loud" work, demonstrating an evolution in their proposal.

Alternative rock art rock baroque pop dance Electronic 2000s

2 Albums

25 Songs

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The View From the Afternoon

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

3:38 02

I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:53 03

Fake Tales of San Francisco

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:57 04

Dancing Shoes

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:21 05

You Probably Couldn't See for the Lights but You Were Looking Straight at Me

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:10 06

Still Take You Home

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:53 07

Riot Van

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:14 08

Red Light Indicates Doors Are Secured

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:23 09

Mardy Bum

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

2:55 10

Perhaps Vampires Is a Bit Strong But...

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

4:28

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A Certain Romance

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

Arabella

AM · 2013

Dancing Shoes

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

Do I Wanna Know?

AM · 2013

Fake Tales of San Francisco

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

Fireside

AM · 2013

From the Ritz to the Rubble

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

I Wanna Be Yours

AM · 2013

I Want It All

AM · 2013

Knee Socks

AM · 2013

Mad Sounds

AM · 2013

Mardy Bum

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

No. 1 Party Anthem

AM · 2013

One For The Road

AM · 2013

Perhaps Vampires Is a Bit Strong But...

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

R U Mine?

AM · 2013

Red Light Indicates Doors Are Secured

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

Riot Van

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

Snap Out Of It

AM · 2013

Still Take You Home

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

The View From the Afternoon

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

When the Sun Goes Down

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?

AM · 2013

You Probably Couldn't See for the Lights but You Were Looking Straight at Me

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not · 2005

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12 song|s · Rock alternativo

2005 ★ Essential

Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not

13 song|s · Rock alternativo

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Over time, Arctic Monkeys have managed to reinvent themselves without losing their identity. The album AM, from 2013, opened the doors to even greater international fame, driven by tracks like "Do I Wanna Know?". This work not only topped several Billboard charts but also earned them another award for Best British Album at the 2014 Brit Awards. Subsequently, Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino (2018) marked a notable shift, moving away from guitars to explore a sound more focused on the piano. Their most recent album, The Car (2022), continued this sonic exploration, receiving major nominations such as the Ivor Novello Awards and the Mercury Prize in 2023, and consolidating their presence on the music scene.