Mercury Prize winning dreampop/psych emo indie band English Teacher light up KOKO with big tunes wrapped around big hearts.
The recipients of the 2024 Mercury Prize are an even bigger sign of how music is changing and growing. English Teacher's debut Album This Could be Texas boasts a uniquely varied collection of songs that transcend all manner of genres. After seeing the success of bands like Sprints and NewDad this year, we are truly being treated to powerful female voices, paving the way for a fresher music scene. Hailing from Leeds, this northern quartet are the first act outside of London to receive this prestigious award since Scotland’s Young Fathers in 2014.
