The xx
Founded: 2005
Location: United Kingdom
The xx are an English indie rock band from Wandsworth, London, formed in 2005. The band consists of Romy Madley Croft (guitar, vocals), Oliver Sim (bass guitar, vocals), Jamie Smith, also known as Jamie xx (beats, MPC, record production), and formerly Baria Qureshi (keyboard, guitar). They are known for their distinct and minimalist sound that blends indie rock, indie electronic, indie pop, dream pop and electro-rock and the dual vocalist setup of both Madley Croft and Sim. Their music employs soft, echoed guitar, prominent bass, light electronic beats and ambient soundscape backgrounds.
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Jamie xx Soundtracks Chanel Campaign With New Single ‘IT’S SO GOOD’
It comes as The xx member’s first new music in over a year.
The xx Working On 'Exciting New Album': Romy Drops Bombshell At Beyond The Valley
It's the album four update fans have been waiting for.
Listen: Jamie xx - Kill Dem
Super producer turns in energetic new single of dub and dancehall fusing dancefloor flavours.
Oliver Sim's Solo Adventures
“I think the shows themselves remind me of that first XX record, in that there’s that naivety and that unknown fear, but also that excitement.”.
Listen: Jamie xx - LET'S DO IT AGAIN
Revered London-based artist/DJ/producer/one third of the xx releases first new music in two years.
Romy of The xx launched a new solo project, and the first song is an unexpected club hit
Lifetime, the first single from Romy Madley-Croft as a solo musician, comes after months of teasing new material..
Live Review: The xx, Kelela, Kucka
"The atmosphere during a cover of Jamie xx's 'Loud Places' was utterly sublime; with the high carrying through to 'On Hold'."
Thousands Of Dollars Worth Of Equipment Stolen From The Xx Sydney Afterparty
Label appeals for support.
Live Review: The xx
"It's been over five years since we've played in Brisbane. We fucked this one up a few weeks ago, hopefully we don't for you."
The Xx & Warpaint Are Playing A Surprise Free Show Tonight With Jamie xx
For after you're finished sobbing at Riverstage.
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