XV

XV was a band that formed in London in 2004, with members Ethan Jones on vocals, Oliver Sim on guitar, Jamie Smith on bass, and Tom Rowlands on drums. They released their debut album 'Sweet Dreams, Neon Nights' in 2006, followed by 'Be There, Be Square' in 2009. The title track from that second album became one of their better-known songs.

Their music had an experimental quality that drew both attention and criticism. Some listeners found their sound abrasive, while others appreciated their willingness to push against conventional structures. Songs like 'Tunnel Vision' and 'Boy From Kansas' reflect that approach, with unconventional rhythms and arrangements.

They put out two more albums, 'Midnight Radio' in 2013 and 'Lost in Translation' in 2017. Their work maintained that experimental edge throughout, never quite settling into a predictable pattern. The band's lineup remained consistent from formation through their recorded output.