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Florence + the Machine is an English indie rock band that was formed in London in 2007. The band is composed of lead vocalist Florence Welch, keyboardist Isabella Summers, guitarist Rob Ackroyd, harpist Tom Monger,...Read More »

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Florence + The Machine Bio & Journey

Florence + the Machine is an English indie rock band that was formed in London in 2007. The band is composed of lead vocalist Florence Welch, keyboardist Isabella Summers, guitarist Rob Ackroyd, harpist Tom Monger, and other collaborators. They have garnered critical acclaim for their music, particularly from the BBC, which helped to promote them as part of their BBC Music Introducing initiative. Florence and the Machine's distinctive sound is characterized by Welch's powerful vocals and their dramatic, eccentric production.

The band's debut studio album, Lungs, was released in 2009 and reached the number two position on the UK Albums Chart. It held this position for the first five weeks of its release before reaching the top position on 17 January 2010, after being on the chart for twenty-eight consecutive weeks. By October 2010, Lungs had been in the UK top forty for sixty-five consecutive weeks, making it one of the best-selling albums of 2009 and 2010.

Florence and the Machine's second studio album, Ceremonials, was released in October 2011 and debuted at number one in the UK and number six in the US. The band's third studio album, How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful, was released in 2015 and topped the UK charts while debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200, making it their first album to do so. It also reached number one in a total of eight countries and the top ten of twenty.

Florence + The Machine FAQs

How did Florence + The Machine get their name?

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The name comes from Florence Welch's teenage collaboration with Isabella 'Machine' Summers. They originally performed together as 'Florence Robot/Isa Machine' before it evolved into Florence + The Machine. Florence has said the name started as a private joke between friends but stuck when she began performing seriously.

Who are the current members of Florence + The Machine?

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The core members are Florence Welch (lead vocals and primary songwriter) and Isabella 'Machine' Summers (keyboards). The band also includes Rob Ackroyd on guitar, Christopher Lloyd Hayden on drums, and Tom Monger on harp, along with various touring musicians. Florence is definitely the main face and creative force behind the band.

What genre is Florence + The Machine?

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They're primarily indie rock, but their sound incorporates elements of baroque pop, art rock, and alternative rock. Florence's powerful vocals and the band's orchestral arrangements with harps, keyboards, and dramatic percussion create a very theatrical, almost operatic sound that's hard to pin down to just one genre.

What are Florence + The Machine's most popular songs?

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Their biggest hits include 'Dog Days Are Over,' 'Shake It Out,' 'You've Got the Love,' 'What Kind of Man,' and 'King.' 'Dog Days Are Over' was their breakthrough single that really put them on the map, while 'Shake It Out' became a massive radio hit. These songs showcase Florence's incredible vocal range and the band's anthemic style.

How many albums has Florence + The Machine released?

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They've released five studio albums: 'Lungs' (2009), 'Ceremonials' (2011), 'How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful' (2015), 'High as Hope' (2018), and 'Dance Fever' (2022). Their debut 'Lungs' won the Brit Award for Best British Album and really established them as major players in the indie rock scene.

Is Florence Welch married or dating anyone?

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Florence tends to keep her personal life quite private. She's been linked to various people over the years but doesn't often discuss relationships publicly. She's more open about her struggles with anxiety and her journey with sobriety, which she's been candid about in interviews and her music.

What is Florence Welch's vocal range?

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Florence has an impressive vocal range spanning about 3 octaves, typically classified as a mezzo-soprano. Her voice is known for its power, operatic quality, and dramatic delivery. She can hit both incredibly high notes and deep, resonant lows, which is part of what makes her live performances so captivating and theatrical.

Has Florence + The Machine won any major awards?

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Yes, they've won several prestigious awards including a Brit Award for Best British Album for 'Lungs' in 2010. They've been nominated for Grammy Awards multiple times and have won various NME Awards and Ivor Novello Awards. Florence was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song for 'Call Me Cruella' from the movie Cruella.

Why is Florence + The Machine not touring right now?

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Based on their official website, there are currently no scheduled tour dates, but fans can sign up to be notified when new dates are announced. Florence has been known to take breaks between album cycles, and touring schedules often depend on new album releases, venue availability, and the band's creative schedule.