Zatopeks
Zatopeks formed in Manchester in 2012, taking their name from Czech runner Emil Zátopek. The band includes Dan Smith on vocals and guitar, Oliver Smith on...
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Zatopeks formed in Manchester in 2012, taking their name from Czech runner Emil Zátopek. The band includes Dan Smith on vocals and guitar, Oliver Smith on bass, and Tom Ridge on drums. Their debut album 'Another Night on the Divide' came out in 2014, with the title track becoming one of their early standouts.
They followed up with 'Under the Shadow' in 2017 and 'The Edge of the World' in 2021. Songs like 'At The Dive,' 'City Lights,' and 'Sophie Scholl' show their range, from driving indie rock to more atmospheric moments. Their sound has been described as a mix of indie rock and post-punk, with some shoegaze textures.
While their existing biography mentions some early challenges, what's clearer is their steady output of albums and songs that explore urban life and personal reflection. They've built a catalog that includes tracks like 'Deniro Come On' and 'Quality Footwear,' maintaining a consistent presence in the indie scene without much fanfare about their place in it.
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