Arctic Monkeys are a British rock band formed in Sheffield in 2002, known for their distinctive blend of indie rock, post-punk, and garage rock influences. Fronted by Alex Turner, the band gained rapid popularity with their debut album, Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not (2006), which became the fastest-selling debut in UK chart history. Known for sharp, observational lyrics and catchy guitar riffs, Arctic Monkeys continued evolving their sound, especially with the critically acclaimed AM (2013), which fused rock with R&B and hip-hop beats. They remain one of the UK’s most influential modern rock bands, drawing global fans with their energetic live performances and genre-blending style.