Archive

Archive is a British musical group formed in London in 1994, known for blending trip-hop, electronica and progressive rock across long, atmospheric tracks.

Founded in London in 1994 (Darius Keeler and Danny Griffiths are publicly credited founders). Debut album Londinium (1996) established a trip-hop-based sound; later releases incorporate progressive and electronic elements. Critics and listeners frequently compare aspects of their music to Radiohead and Pink Floyd.

DeBaser reviews praise Archive's early work (Londinium) and the emotionally vast You All Look The Same To Me, while criticizing Noise and Lights for lack of songs and cohesion. Reviewers repeatedly compare Archive to Radiohead and Pink Floyd and highlight the band's trip-hop origins and long, expansive tracks. Overall reception on DeBaser is mixed, with strong admiration for the debut and some disappointment for later releases.

For:Fans of trip-hop, progressive rock and atmospheric electronica; listeners who appreciate Radiohead- and Pink Floyd-style psychedelia.