The xx

The xx burst onto the UK music scene thanks to the unexpected hype behind their debut album xx. Over the course of xx and their follow up Coexist the group firmly established a unique sound: haunting, ambiguous lyrics about love and sex whispered over minimalist takes on dance music.

Comprised of songwriter/vocalists Oliver Sim and Romy Madley Croft plus producer Jamie xx, this South London-based group has been in the spotlight since they made xx at 20 (xx is the Roman numerals for 20). Baria Qureshi, the bassist/keyboardist who formed the group with Oliver, Romy, and Jamie, exited the band in late 2009 after a decision made by the other 3 members.