Interpol
USA, 1997–now
New York City band formed in 1997, whose debut Turn On the Bright Lights (2002) became a cornerstone of the post-punk revival — Paul Banks's baritone, angular interlocking guitars and taut, reverb-washed atmosphere marking them as heirs to late-'70s post-punk.
MusicRoots documents 1 artist who influenced Interpol and 0 artists Interpol influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.
Who influenced Interpol?
- Joy Division — Interpol's baritone vocals, bass-driven riffs and dark, reverb-washed atmosphere drew constant comparison to Joy Division, the post-punk band whose moodiness most shaped their sound.