Bloc Party

United Kingdom, 1999–now

London band led by Kele Okereke, whose debut Silent Alarm (2005) became a touchstone of British indie — spiky, propulsive guitars and skittering rhythms over Okereke's urgent vocals, blending post-punk edge with dancefloor drive.

MusicRoots documents 2 artists who influenced Bloc Party and 0 artists Bloc Party influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Bloc Party?

• The Cure — The Cure are a stated source for Bloc Party's spiky, atmospheric guitar rock.
• Sonic Youth — Sonic Youth's dissonant guitar textures feed Bloc Party's angular sound — the band included Sonic Youth in their own influences mix.