Elbow

The Profile

Elbow are a British alternative/indie rock band from Greater Manchester, formed in 1997 and fronted by Guy Garvey. Acclaimed for emotive vocals and lush arrangements, they won the 2008 Mercury Prize for The Seldom Seen Kid.

Core members include Guy Garvey, Mark Potter, Craig Potter, and Pete Turner; Richard Jupp was the drummer until 2016. The Seldom Seen Kid won the 2008 Mercury Prize. Notable songs include One Day Like This and Grounds for Divorce.

Nine DeBaser reviews trace Elbow from their atmospheric debut to later experiments and darker turns. Critics praise Guy Garvey’s voice, crafted arrangements, and the band’s knack for slow-burn crescendos. Standout mentions include Powder Blue, Starlings, Grounds for Divorce, and One Day Like This. Little Fictions and Giants Of All Sizes show evolution after Richard Jupp’s departure. Overall verdict: consistently strong, often superb.