Arctic Monkeys

British

plural noun

British rock group (formed 2002): comprising Alex Turner (born 1986; vocals, guitar), Jamie Cook (born 1985, guitar), Matt Helders (born 1986, drums, vocals) and Nick O'Malley (born 1985, bass guitar); the first major band to achieve widespread success through internet exposure

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Arctic Monkeys later headlined Glastonbury for the first time in 2007 and went on to play the Pyramid Stage at the festival twice more, in 2013 and 2023.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

They have been described as the band that made an art of being obscure and who inspired the likes of David Bowie, Nirvana and the Arctic Monkeys.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

So before they were even signed or I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor was officially released, the Arctic Monkeys were selling out venues like the London Astoria and the Ritz in Manchester.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

Of the last 34 winners, 20 have been debuts - from artists including Arctic Monkeys, Suede and Franz Ferdinand.

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

“There’s always been a lineage here that continues with bands like Arctic Monkeys and Fontaines D.C.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2025

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