Elbow are an English alternative rock band from the Manchester area, fronted by singer Guy Garvey, known for expansive arrangements, long-form songs and literate lyrics.

Frontman Guy Garvey is prominently mentioned across reviews. The Seldom Seen Kid (2008) is repeatedly noted as a major breakthrough and is referenced as the Mercury Prize-winning album in the reviews. Reviews emphasize orchestral/strings elements, woodwind use, and the band's penchant for extended, atmospheric tracks.

DeBaser's reviews praise Elbow's atmospheric arrangements, Guy Garvey's vocals and several standout albums. Critics highlight long-form songwriting, orchestration and emotional depth across the band's discography. The Seldom Seen Kid is repeatedly singled out as a high point.

For:Fans of British alternative/indie rock, listeners who appreciate orchestral arrangements, long-form songs and literate lyrics.

 The Take Off and Landing of Everything is an album to recover, even in pieces, before it one day recovers you.

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 Like all albums of value, Asleep In The Back requires multiple listens; initially it might even seem a bit challenging, but it will win you over afterwards.

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 Grounds For Divorce, in fact, is the single that pushed the album into the English top five (the first time in the band’s long career);

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