Florence + the Machine is an English indie rock band that formed in London in 2007. The band consists of lead vocalist Florence Welch, keyboardist Isabella Summers, guitarist Rob Ackroyd, harpist Tom Monger, and a collaboration of other musicians.
The band's music has been described as a combination of various genres, including rock, soul, and electronica. Their sound has been praised for its dramatic and eccentric production, as well as Welch's powerful vocal performances.
Florence Welch was born in London in 1986. She began singing and writing songs at a young age, and was influenced by a wide range of artists, including Kate Bush, David Bowie, and PJ Harvey.
The band released their debut album, Lungs, in 2009. The album was a critical and commercial success, and won the Brit Award for Best British Album. Their next two albums, Ceremonials (2011) and How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful (2015), were also successful, and both reached number one in the UK Albums Chart.
Florence + the Machine have toured extensively, and have become known for their energetic live performances. They have also performed at a number of major festivals, including Glastonbury, Coachella, and Lollapalooza.
The band has won numerous awards, including two Brit Awards, two Grammy Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award. They have also been nominated for numerous other awards, including the Mercury Prize.
Florence + the Machine are one of the most successful and influential indie rock bands of the 21st century. Their music has been praised for its originality, energy, and emotion. They continue to be one of the most popular live bands in the world, and their influence can be heard in the music of many other bands.
