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Franz Ferdinand formed in Glasgow in 2002, with original members Alex Kapranos, Nick McCarthy, Bob Hardy and Paul Thomson. They later welcomed Julian Corrie, Dino Bardot and Audrey Tait, expanding their sound while staying true to the artful, danceable edge that defines their work. The band burst onto the scene with the breakthrough single Take Me Out in 2004, which soared to the UK Top 3 and helped catapult their self-titled debut album to UK Top 3 as well. That period earned Franz Ferdinand the Mercury Prize in 2004 and set the stage for Brit Award wins in 2005 for Best British Group and Best British Rock Act. Known for angular guitar riffs, tight rhythms, and a knack for crafting irresistible hooks, Franz Ferdinand has remained a touchstone of indie rock and the post-punk revival movement, while continuously evolving their sound to stay fresh and relevant.