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2000s Icons Return as English Teacher Wins Mercury Prize

5/10/2025

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The Kooks and Hard-Fi, iconic guitar bands of the 2000s, are making a thrilling comeback, captivating a fresh audience on TikTok. Simultaneously, the emerging band English Teacher has clinched the Mercury Prize for their debut album, highlighting the evolving music scene and the hurdles new artists must navigate today.

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Story summary

The Kooks and Hard-Fi, iconic guitar bands of the 2000s, are making a thrilling comeback, captivating a fresh audience on TikTok. Simultaneously, the emerging band English Teacher has clinched the Mercury Prize for their debut album, highlighting the evolving music scene and the hurdles new artists must navigate today.