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Best Of BritishA selection of the biggest British Artists at SXSW British Arists in Texas
BPI - sUK on This Arctic MonkeysWhat's left to say about the Arctic Monkeys that hasn't already been said? Practically unknown twelve months ago, Britain's new favourite band have gone on to have two number one singles, the fastest-selling debut album in UK chart history and embark and on a world tour. Well they haven't conquered South by Southwest … yet!  AthleteSuccessful South-London four piece who make catchy, inspirational indie-pop.  EditorsBirmingham quartet Editors threaten to do for the city what Franz Ferdinand have done for Glasgow, The Killers for Las Vegas and Keane managed for, erm, Battle. That is, put Brum firmly back on the guitar pop map and banish memories of UB40 forever.  ElbowGuy Garvey & Co's anthemic release, Leaders Of The Free World, prove that Elbow are a band playing at the top of their game, frequently reducing grown men to tears and providing a sensible alternative to Coldplay.  GoldfrappUnfairly bracketed as a mutant post-Portishead confection, Goldfrapp is the twisted lovechild of Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory. With Alison providing a sultry visual focus, their sound is both filmic and sensual - while recently a harder disco edge has crept in...  The Go! TeamThis Brighton six piece have a reputation for producing thrilling stage performances with their high energy cut 'n' paste hip hop. And with the abundance of guitar bands at this year's SXSW festival The Go! Team promise to provide a refreshing alternative.  Hard-FiHard Fi's debut album Star's of CCTV was first released back in 2004 and has taken some time to get the chart recognition they craved. But after four top-twenty hits and two recent Brit nominations, Hard-Fi seem poised for a very successful year.  Richard HawleyPreviously a guitarist with Sheffield bands the Longpigs and Pulp, Richard Hawley is already four albums into his prolific solo career. A regular guest on BBC 6 Music, Hawley gladly takes over the headphones while Marc Riley is away.  Lady SovereignThe pint sized ghetto superstar has yet to trouble the UK charts with her distinct brand of British hip-hop, but with a Def Jam record label and collaborations with Missy Elliot and Timbaland on her new album, that could all change.  The Magic NumbersWithout doubt the festival success story of 2005 The Magic Numbers are still enjoying the rewards of their bittersweet eponymous debut album, hopefully SxSW will be a good opportunity for them to showcase some new material.  MorrisseyMorrisey's performance at this year's SxSW festival will be one of his first live gigs before he embarks on several European dates and a massive UK tour and with a new album ready for release, 2006 looks likely to be a very good year for Mozzer.  Corinne Bailey RaeWith a beguiling blend of soul, blues and pop, Corinne Bailey Rae is being hailed as the UK's brightest new talent.  KT TunstallThe Scottish singer-songwriter took the music world by storm over the last 12 months, with her debut album Eye To The Telescope selling more than a million copies worldwide. Elsewhere on bbc.co.uk |
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