Gruff Rhys and Badly Drawn Boy

Damon Gough, aka Badly Drawn Boy, from Bolton, England, is acclaimed for his intricate pop and heartfelt lyrics, akin to Nick Drake and John Lennon. Debuting with the Mercury Prize-winning "The Hour of Bewilderbeast," and notable for the "About a Boy" soundtrack, he collaborated with artists like Thom Yorke and Richard Ashcroft. Known for hits like "Once Around the Block" and "You Were Right," and albums like "Have You Fed the Fish?" and "Born in the U.K.," Gough returned with "Banana Skin Shoes" in 2020 after a hiatus, blending vintage sounds with alt-hip-hop.

Welsh musician Gruff Rhys, known for his work with Super Furry Animals, blends quirky, obscure lyrics with rock. He released solo albums like Yr Atal Genhedlaeth and Candylion. Rhys also collaborated with Boom Bip in Neon Neon, producing the concept album Stainless Style. His multimedia project, American Interior, includes an album, film, and book about a Welsh explorer, highlighting his innovative artistry.