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 Play ‘Snow White’ Song Live for the First Time at Lollapalooza 2012
Florence + the Machine Play ‘Snow White’ Song Live for the First Time at Lollapalooza 2012
Florence + the Machine Play ‘Snow White’ Song Live for the First Time at Lollapalooza 2012
There was a time not too long ago it seemed Florence + the Machine's summer was going be over before it really hit its stride. Singer Florence Welch was dealing with a vocal illness, which had sidelined the band and forced the cancellation of several dates. Lucky for fans, Welch was able to rest up, and before anybody knew it she was all better and back on the road. Perhaps the biggest benefactors
Florence Welch Had to Quit Caffeine While Voice Healed
Florence Welch Had to Quit Caffeine While Voice Healed
Florence Welch Had to Quit Caffeine While Voice Healed
Judging from her recent performance on ABC's 'Good Morning America,' Florence Welch seems to be recovering nicely from the vocal issues that forced Florence + the Machine to cancel several European dates while she rested her voice. But while Welch certainly is grateful to have her pipes working again, she admits that one sacrifice she made while getting better has not been easy: kicking her caffei
Florence + the Machine Return After Vocal Trouble With ‘Good Morning America’ Appearance
Florence + the Machine Return After Vocal Trouble With ‘Good Morning America’ Appearance
Florence + the Machine Return After Vocal Trouble With ‘Good Morning America’ Appearance
Florence + the Machine recently nixed several European dates due to an unidentified problem with Florence Welch's voice, but the band was back at it Wednesday with an appearance on ABC's 'Good Morning America.' Welch took the opportunity to discuss the fright of losing her voice during a performance -- and how badly she didn't want to cancel any gigs because of her ailment.
BBC ‘Shakespeare Unlocked’ Trailer – What’s the Song?
BBC ‘Shakespeare Unlocked’ Trailer – What’s the Song?
BBC ‘Shakespeare Unlocked’ Trailer – What’s the Song?
Florence + the Machine recently had to nix a few European gigs due to singer Florence Welch's vocal problems. Obviously that didn't get in the way of the band's 'Seven Devils' being featured in the latest trailer commercial for the BBC Series, 'Shakespeare Unlocked' -- yet it is an instrumental version of the tune that is used in the BBC preview clip.
Florence + the Machine Nab First No. 1 Single in the U.K.
Florence + the Machine Nab First No. 1 Single in the U.K.
Florence + the Machine Nab First No. 1 Single in the U.K.
Florence + the Machine can pat themselves on the back as they have scored their first No.1 hit in their native U.K. The song 'Spectrum,' taken from the group's second studio album 'Ceremonials,' knocked off the boys in Maroon 5 for the top spot on the chart.
Florence + the Machine Cancel Shows Due to Vocal Injury
Florence + the Machine Cancel Shows Due to Vocal Injury
Florence + the Machine Cancel Shows Due to Vocal Injury
Florence + the Machine's Florence Welch does not want to damage her gorgeous voice, and thus the band has cancelled the final two dates on their current European tour. Thursday's gig at the Benicassim festival in Benicassim, Spain and this weekend's performance at the Optimus Alive gathering in Lisbon, Portugal have both been nixed due to her unidentified vocal issues.
Florence + the Machine Give Goosebump-Inducing Performance of ‘Shake It Out’ at Hackney Weekend 2012
Florence + the Machine Give Goosebump-Inducing Performance of ‘Shake It Out’ at Hackney Weekend 2012
Florence + the Machine Give Goosebump-Inducing Performance of ‘Shake It Out’ at Hackney Weekend 2012
It was a busy weekend for music lovers in the U.K. Not only was the Isle of Wight Festival going on this past Friday, Saturday and Sunday, but Radio 1's Hackney Weekend had a busy two-day stretch as well. Video has surfaced of Florence + the Machine giving a goosebump-inducing performance of their hit 'Shake It Out.'

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