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Franz Ferdinand

As the brainchild of Alex Kapranos and Nick McCarthy, Franz Ferdinand has been electrifying audiences with their infectious indie-rock sound since their formation in 2001. The Glasgow-based quartet burst onto the scene with their eponymous debut album in 2004, which included hits like "Take Me Out" and "Do You Feel My Heart". This initial success was just a taste of what was to come, the band went on to release critically acclaimed albums such as "You Could Have It So Much Better" (2005) and "Tonight: Franz Ferdinand" (2009), cementing their reputation as one of the most exciting and innovative acts in indie rock. Franz Ferdinand's signature blend of post-punk revival, garage rock, and new wave sensibilities has earned them a devoted fan base across the globe. With their distinctive blend of hook-laden songwriting and energetic live performances, they've shared stages with everyone from The Strokes to Arctic Monkeys. Their most recent album, "Always Ascending" (2018), saw the band pushing the boundaries of their sound even further, incorporating elements of funk and electronic music into their signature indie-rock framework. With a career spanning over two decades, Franz Ferdinand remains one of the most beloved and respected acts in modern rock music, and we can't wait to see what's next for these Scottish sonic trailblazers.

Known For

Discography Highlights

  • Some Remixes of Hooked 2025
  • The Human Fear 2025
  • Always Ascending 2018
  • Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action 2013
  • Blood 2009

Soundtrack Appearances

GOAT (2026) - 1 song(s)

Movie

Memory of a Killer (S1) - 1 song(s)

TV Show

Saint-Pierre (S2) - 1 song(s)

TV Show

The Summer I Turned Pretty (S3) - 1 song(s)

TV Show

  • Conrad agrees to watch over Jeremiah, who's clearly struggling. A quick-cut montage reveals Jeremiah hitting the bars with buddies, downing drinks and having a wild time, it's clear he's trying to drown his sorrows.