Verve (band)

Verve is a British alternative rock band formed in 1993, known for blending psychedelic sounds, expansive melodies, and introspective songwriting. Their most acclaimed album, *Urban Hymns* (1997), features iconic tracks like "Bitter Sweet Symphony" and showcases their ability to create atmospheric, emotionally resonant music. The band’s style combines rock, shoegaze, and psychedelic influences, often exploring themes of spirituality and human experience. Despite periods of hiatus and lineup changes, Verve remains influential in the alternative scene, admired for their innovative sound and contributions to 90s British rock.