The Futureheads and Du Blonde

Du Blonde, born in Newcastle upon Tyne, blends punk, blues, and rock with raw lyrics. Known for albums like *Welcome Back to Milk* and *Lung Bread for Daddy,* they’ve collaborated with Samuel T. Herring and Shirley Manson. Du Blonde created music videos for the Red Hot Chili Peppers and collaborated with artists like Skin and Laura Jane Grace.

The Futureheads, from Sunderland, UK, blend post-punk with sharp guitars and four-part harmonies, famous for their hit cover of Kate Bush’s "Hounds of Love." Known for angular riffs and distinctive songwriting, they've toured with Foo Fighters and Oasis, worked with producers Paul Epworth and Andy Gill, and released acclaimed albums like *The Futureheads* (2004) and *News and Tributes* (2006). After a hiatus, they reunited in 2019, maintaining their vital, energetic style.