Kodaline
Irish indie rock band known for emotive anthems and atmospheric soundscapesFormed in Dublin in 2005 as 21 Demands, Kodaline achieved mainstream success after rebranding in 2011. Their breakout single 'All I Want' went viral after featuring in a Google Chrome ad campaign. The band has released multiple critically acclaimed albums and performed at major festivals worldwide.
- Original members met as childhood friends in Swords, Dublin, practicing in school corridors and local youth clubs
- Won Ireland's 'You're a Star' talent competition in 2007 while still named 21 Demands
- Singer Steve Garrigan underwent emergency brain surgery in 2019 but recovered fully, with the experience influencing later songwriting
- Their song 'High Hopes' soundtracked the 2016 Rio Olympics broadcast coverage globally
- Collaborated with Kygo on the 2019 crossover hit 'What's on Your Mind', blending indie and electronic genres