Florence + the Machine

London-born Florence Welch boasts a mesmerizing powerhouse of a voice that blurs genre lines between soul, baroque pop and beyond — and it’s the latter point, the otherworldly nature of her voice, that helped make her band Florence + the Machine’s 2009 debut ‘Lungs’ an international hit. Specifically, her breakthrough single, ‘Dog Days Are Over,’ was a favorite among critics that also received plenty of radio play. Propelled by that critical claim, the fiery-haired British singer — backed by a rotating lineup of musicians — kept up that momentum with her follow-up, ‘Ceremonials.’ Building upon the celestial-like sound of ‘Lungs,’ the 2011 album fit neatly within the singer-songwriter’s catalog. Its lead track, ‘Shake It Out’ rivaled ‘Dog Days Are Over’ in popularity, earning Florence + the Machine a Grammy for Best Pop/Duo Performance, while the album was also nominated for Best Pop Vocal Album.

Florence + the Machine, ‘Lover to Lover’ – New Video
Florence + the Machine, ‘Lover to Lover’ – New Video
Florence + the Machine, ‘Lover to Lover’ – New Video
Florence + the Machine have unveiled a new video for their powerful tune ‘Lover to Lover.’ Directed by Vincent Haycock, who also worked on their ‘Sweet Nothing’ video earlier this year, the clip features shots of lead singer Florence Welch in the throes of a tumultuous relationship.
‘The Voice’ Contestant Caitlin Michele Sings Florence + the Machine’s ‘Cosmic Love’
‘The Voice’ Contestant Caitlin Michele Sings Florence + the Machine’s ‘Cosmic Love’
‘The Voice’ Contestant Caitlin Michele Sings Florence + the Machine’s ‘Cosmic Love’
It takes some serious chutzpah to get up on a stage and sing for a nation of strangers -- not to mention a panel of industry judges, er, "mentors" -- and if you're going to do it, you might as well pick a song that's going to make everyone remember you, for better or for worse. Witness Caitlin Michele, who made the gutsy decision to perform Florence + the Machine's 'Cosmic Love' during h
Florence Welch, Jimmy Fallon Sing ‘Balls In Your Mouth’
Florence Welch, Jimmy Fallon Sing ‘Balls In Your Mouth’
Florence Welch, Jimmy Fallon Sing ‘Balls In Your Mouth’
Florence + the Machine are still touring behind last year's 'Ceremonials' album, and last night, singer Florence Welch and her backing band stopped by 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon' with an orchestra in tow to play that disc's 'Spectrum (Say My Name),' which you can watch above.
Calvin Harris Posts Florence Welch Collaboration ‘Sweet Nothing’
Calvin Harris Posts Florence Welch Collaboration ‘Sweet Nothing’
Calvin Harris Posts Florence Welch Collaboration ‘Sweet Nothing’
Last month, we announced that DJ Calvin Harris would collaborate on a new song with singer Florence Welch, of Florence + the Machine fame, and now comes the completed song. Harris has posted the track, 'Sweet Nothing' (not 'Sweet Nothings,' as we had previously reported), which will be featured on his forthcoming third album, '18 Months,' which drops on Oct. 29.
Florence + the Machine, June 2011
Florence + the Machine, June 2011
Florence + the Machine, June 2011
Florence Welch mixes her raw vocal power and overwhelming presence to bring a Florence + the Machine show to life. It doesn’t hurt that her stage clothes often include exquisite capes and gowns --- or in this case a dress that just happens to open up like angel wings that could leave a person completely breathless...

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