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Franz Ferdinand

Musical Group

Scottish indie rock band formed in Glasgow; known for catchy, danceable post-punk–influenced songs, notable debut and subsequent albums that explored more electronic/dance elements.

Reviews document stylistic shifts from guitar-driven indie/post-punk toward more electronic and dance-oriented arrangements on albums like Tonight and Always Ascending; lineup change noted before Always Ascending (departure of Nick McCarthy; Dino Bardot and Julian Corrie joined).

DeBaser reviews show divided opinions: some celebrate Franz Ferdinand's catchy, danceable indie-rock and strong live shows, others criticise perceived revivalism and lack of originality. Over time reviewers note shifts toward synth and electronic elements and a lineup change before Always Ascending. Live reports highlight energetic performances.

For:Fans of indie rock, post-punk revival and dance-rock; readers interested in album evolution and live performance reports.

 in this month's magazines it seems that the four Scots have become the new Beatles.

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 Now they are without a doubt the greatest promise of rock made in Britain.

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 you won’t be the same after you’ve heard Alex Kapranos sing "Take Me Out", "The Dark Of The Matinée" or "Michael".

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 Franz Ferdinand (and unfortunately not just them) do not seem to acknowledge the existence of the concept of originality;

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