Members
Richard Hughesdrums (drum set), original · 1995current
Tim Rice‐Oxleybackground vocals, keyboard, original, piano · 1995current
Tom Chaplinlead vocals · 1997current- Jesse Quinbass guitar · 2011current
- Dominic Scottguitar, original · 1995–2001
Keane is recognized as a leading band in the alternative rock genre, known for their piano-driven melodies.
Keane hails from Battle, East Sussex, England, and has made a significant impact on the alternative rock scene.
The band was formed in 1995, originally under the name Lotus Eaters before becoming Keane.
Biography
Formation
Keane, an English alternative rock band, was formed in 1995 in Battle, East Sussex. The original lineup consisted of Tim Rice-Oxley, Richard Hughes, and guitarist Dominic Scott. Tom Chaplin joined the band in 1997 as the lead vocalist, replacing Rice-Oxley, who shifted to keyboards. The band initially performed under the name Lotus Eaters before changing it to Cherry Keane, and eventually settling on Keane. Their unique sound, characterized by a heavy reliance on piano and minimal guitar, set them apart in the rock genre.
Breakthrough
Keane gained significant recognition with the release of their debut album, "Hopes and Fears," which showcased their melodic, piano-driven style. This was followed by successful albums such as "Under the Iron Sea" and "Perfect Symmetry," solidifying their place in the music industry. The band received a Brit Award for British Breakthrough Act, highlighting their rapid rise to fame. In 2001, Scott left the band, and Rice-Oxley became the primary songwriter, although he continued to credit the entire band for their compositions.
Legacy
Keane's music is often described as introspective and orchestral, drawing comparisons to artists like Elton John and Jeff Buckley. Their innovative use of piano and avoidance of traditional guitar sounds earned them the nickname "the band with no guitars." The band has continued to evolve, releasing albums such as "Strangeland" and "Cause and Effect," and remains influential in the alternative rock scene. With a lineup that now includes Jesse Quin on bass guitar since 2011, Keane continues to captivate audiences with their distinctive sound and heartfelt lyrics.
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Discography
Live From Mexico City 20242025
- 1.See You on the Other Side2:11
- 2.Can’t Stop Now4:06
- 3.Bend and Break3:47
- 4.Your Eyes Open3:20
- 5.Sunshine4:07
- 6.Everybody’s Changing3:54
- 7.On a Day Like Today4:40
- 8.Untitled 15:05
- 9.She Has No Time4:40
- 10.This Is the Last Time3:37
- 11.Somewhere Only We Know4:17
- 12.We Might as Well Be Strangers3:38
- 13.Bedshaped5:05
Live at Paradiso 29.11.042024
- 1.Can’t Stop Now
- 2.Everybody’s Changing
- 3.Sunshine
- 4.Snowed Under
- 5.We Might as Well Be Strangers
- 6.Bend and Break
- 7.Nothing in My Way
- 8.On a Day Like Today
- 9.Hamburg Song
- 10.Your Eyes Open
- 11.She Has No Time
- 12.Somewhere Only We Know
- 13.Allemande
- 14.This Is the Last Time
- 15.Bedshaped
Live at Largo2021
- 1.The Lovers Are Losing (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:30
- 2.We Might as Well Be Strangers (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:01
- 3.Everybody’s Changing (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:00
- 4.You Haven’t Told Me Anything (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:45
- 5.Love Is the End (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)6:11
- 6.Somewhere Only We Know (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:13
- 7.You Don’t See Me (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:24
- 8.This Is the Last Time (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)3:46
- 9.Playing Along (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:05
- 10.Try Again (live at Largo, Los Angeles, CA / 2008)4:04
Cause and Effect2019
- 1.You’re Not Home5:32
- 2.Love Too Much3:09
- 3.The Way I Feel4:06
- 4.Put the Radio On4:11
- 5.Strange Room4:23
- 6.Stupid Things3:49
- 7.Phases3:37
- 8.I’m Not Leaving4:14
- 9.Thread4:52
- 10.Chase the Night Away4:03
- 11.I Need Your Love4:09
The Best of Keane2013
- 1.Everybody’s Changing3:36
- 2.Somewhere Only We Know3:56
- 3.Bend and Break3:38
- 4.Bedshaped4:35
- 5.This Is the Last Time3:28
- 6.Atlantic4:11
- 7.Is It Any Wonder?3:06
- 8.Nothing in My Way4:00
- 9.Hamburg Song4:37
- 10.Crystal Ball3:54
- 11.A Bad Dream5:03
- 12.Try Again4:27
- 13.Spiralling3:24
- 14.Perfect Symmetry5:12
- 15.My Shadow4:49
- 16.Silenced by the Night3:16
- 17.Disconnected3:57
- 18.Sovereign Light Café3:28
- 19.Higher Than the Sun3:22
- 20.Won’t Be Broken3:42
- 21.Snowed Under3:50
- 22.Walnut Tree3:37
- 23.Fly to Me5:33
- 24.To the End of the Earth3:03
- 25.The Way You Want It3:17
- 26.Something in Me Was Dying4:46
- 27.Allemande4:23
- 28.Let It Slide4:09
- 29.He Used to Be a Lovely Boy3:36
- 30.Thin Air3:57
- 31.The Iron Sea (Magic Shop version)4:30
- 32.Maybe I Can Change3:55
- 33.Time to Go3:50
- 34.Staring at the Ceiling3:51
- 35.Myth4:55
- 36.Difficult Child3:45
- 37.Sea Fog (live from Mexico City, August 2012)3:41
- 38.Russian Farmer’s Song6:35
Strangeland2012
- 1.You Are Young3:35
- 2.Silenced by the Night3:16
- 3.Disconnected3:57
- 4.Watch How You Go3:40
- 5.Sovereign Light Café3:38
- 6.On the Road3:56
- 7.The Starting Line4:12
- 8.Black Rain3:46
- 9.Neon River4:52
- 10.Day Will Come3:11
- 11.In Your Own Time3:43
- 12.Sea Fog3:25
- 13.Strangeland4:37
- 14.Run With Me3:31
- 15.The Boys3:33
- 16.It's Not True3:50
- 17.Silenced by the Night
- 18.The Starting Line
- 19.Sovereign Light Café
- 20.Disconnected
- 21.Watch How You Go
iTunes Festival: London 20102010
- 1.This Is the Last Time3:44
- 2.Clear Skies4:27
- 3.Try Again3:43
- 4.Is It Any Wonder3:07
- 5.You Don’t See Me4:08
- 6.Atlantic3:56
- 7.Everybody’s Changing3:53
- 8.You Haven’t Told Me Anything4:20
- 9.My Shadow5:12
- 10.Somewhere Only We Know4:01
- 11.Love Is the End5:42
Live Recordings: European Tour 20082008
- 1.The Lovers Are Losing5:13
- 2.Better Than This4:29
- 3.Again and Again4:08
- 4.You Don't See Me4:45
- 5.Bend and Break (acoustic)3:41
- 6.Try Again (acoustic)4:01
- 7.You Haven't Told Me Anything5:10
- 8.Perfect Symmetry5:42
- 9.Spiralling3:44
- 10.Love Is the End5:58
Perfect Symmetry2008
- 1.Spiralling4:19
- 2.The Lovers Are Losing5:04
- 3.Better Than This4:04
- 4.You Haven’t Told Me Anything3:47
- 5.Perfect Symmetry5:12
- 6.You Don’t See Me4:03
- 7.Again and Again3:50
- 8.Playing Along5:35
- 9.Pretend That You’re Alone3:47
- 10.Black Burning Heart5:23
- 11.Love Is the End5:40
Live 062006
- 1.The Iron Sea2:33
- 2.Put It Behind You4:27
- 3.Everybody’s Changing4:13
- 4.Leaving So Soon?5:02
- 5.We Might as Well Be Strangers3:32
- 6.Nothing in My Way4:04
- 7.Bend and Break6:20
- 8.Try Again5:41
- 9.Your Eyes Open5:12
- 10.Hamburg Song7:09
- 11.Can’t Stop Now4:12
- 12.The Frog Prince4:24
- 13.A Bad Dream6:14
- 14.This Is the Last Time5:10
- 15.Broken Toy5:46
- 16.Somewhere Only We Know4:58
- 17.Is It Any Wonder?5:41
- 18.Atlantic4:23
- 19.Crystal Ball4:58
- 20.Bedshaped6:30
Under the Iron Sea2006
- 1.Atlantic4:13
- 2.Is It Any Wonder?3:06
- 3.Nothing in My Way4:00
- 4.Leaving So Soon?3:59
- 5.A Bad Dream5:06
- 6.Hamburg Song4:37
- 7.Put It Behind You3:36
- 8.The Iron Sea2:57
- 9.Crystal Ball3:53
- 10.Try Again4:27
- 11.Broken Toy6:07
- 12.The Frog Prince4:21
- 13.Let It Slide4:11
iTunes Live From London2006
- 1.Nothing in My Way4:31
- 2.Everybody’s Changing4:18
- 3.Crystal Ball3:56
- 4.A Bad Dream4:27
- 5.This Is the Last Time5:22
- 6.Hamburg Song4:45
- 7.Somewhere Only We Know5:09
- 8.Is It Any Wonder?3:35
Hopes and Fears2004
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Live Acoustic
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Dirt2021
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Retroactive – EP32020
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Retroactive – EP12019
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Retroactive – EP22019
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Night Train2010
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Retrospective EP2: Sunshine2010
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Retrospective EP1: Everybody’s Changing2008
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Connect Sets2007
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Bedshaped2005
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Live Recordings 20042005
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Sessions@AOL2004
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Keane are an English alternative rock band from Battle, East Sussex, formed in 1995. The band comprises Tom Chaplin, Tim Rice-Oxley, Richard Hughes and Jesse Quin. Their original line-up included guitarist Dominic Scott, who left in 2001.
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