White Lies

White Lies formed in Ealing, west London in 2007, Harry McVeigh, Charles Cave, and Jack Lawrence-Brown developing a sound rooted in post-punk and gothic rock that was immediately dark and atmospheric. McVeigh's vocals were deep and expressive, and the band's music combined post-punk energy with a gothic atmosphere and melodic directness that gave them an immediate impact within the late-2000s British indie scene.

'To Lose My Life' (2009) was their debut — a dark, atmospheric post-punk record that debuted at number one in the UK and produced 'Death' and 'Farewell to the Fairground'. The album's combination of gothic atmosphere, melodic directness, and McVeigh's deep vocals made it one of the most impressive British debut albums of the late 2000s and established them as one of the most commercially successful new British acts.

White Lies have continued to record and perform with remarkable consistency, releasing new music into the 2020s. They are one of the most enduring acts of the late-2000s British indie scene — a band whose combination of dark atmosphere, melodic directness, and McVeigh's distinctive vocals has sustained a devoted following. ⚠ Flag: most recent release — verify latest album.