Editors is a British indie rock band formed in Birmingham in 2002. Their music draws influences from post-punk, new wave, and contemporary indie rock.
Formed in 2002 in Birmingham, England.
Released their debut album 'The Back Room' in 2005.
Received critical acclaim for their second album 'An End Has a Start' in 2007.
Their fifth album 'In Dreams' was released in 2018.
Continues to tour and release music.
An American indie rock band formed in 1997 known for its moody, atmospheric sound.
A British post-punk revival band formed in 2007 known for its dark lyrics and synth-driven sound.
An American indie rock band formed in 1999 known for its melancholic lyrics and baritone vocals.
Debut studio album released in 2005 which features the hit singles "Munich" and "Blood".
Second studio album released in 2007 which features the hit singles "Smokers Outside the Hospital Doors" and "An End Has a Start".
Third studio album released in 2009 which features the hit single "Papillon" and a more electronic sound.
Fourth studio album released in 2013 which features the hit single "A Ton of Love" and a more accessible, anthemic sound.
Fifth studio album released in 2018 which marks a return to the band's darker, guitar-driven sound.
Editors' music draws influences from post-punk, new wave, and contemporary indie rock, and is characterized by dark lyrics, anthemic choruses, and prominent guitar and synthesizer lines.
The current members of Editors are Tom Smith (vocals, guitar, piano), Justin Lockey (guitar), Elliott Williams (synthesizer, vocals), Russell Leetch (bass guitar), and Ed Lay (drums).
Editors have had several hit singles over the years, including "Munich", "Blood", "Smokers Outside the Hospital Doors", "An End Has a Start", "Papillon", and "A Ton of Love".
Editors have been nominated for several awards, including the Mercury Prize and the BRIT Awards, but have yet to win any major awards.
Editors' most recent tour was in 2020, in support of their Best Of album. However, the tour was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic and many dates were postponed or cancelled.