The Heavy

The Heavy is a rock band formed in Bath, Somerset, England, in 2007. The band’s current members include Kelvin Swaby (lead vocals), Dan Taylor (guitar), Spencer Page (bass guitar), and Chris Ellul (drums). Kelvin Swaby and Dan Taylor formed the band in 1998, bonding over vintage R&B music and Jim Jarmusch films. The group released their first single, “That Kind of Man,” in late 2007, produced by Don’t Touch Recordings and mixed by Corin Dingley. Their debut album, “Great Vengeance and Furious Fire,” was released in the UK on September 17, 2007, and in the United States on April 8, 2008.

Throughout their career, The Heavy has released six studio albums. Their 2009 single, “How You Like Me Now?,” became a significant hit, gaining widespread recognition through its use in numerous films, television shows, and commercials. The song gained further prominence when played at the McCormick Place Convention Center during U.S. President Barack Obama’s 2012 election night and during their performance on the “Late Show with David Letterman” in 2010, where they famously received an encore.

The band’s music has been consistently featured in media, including songs like “Short Change Hero” in films such as “Faster” and video games like “Borderlands 2,” as well as “What Makes a Good Man?” in trailers for “Sleeping Dogs” and various commercials. The Heavy has toured extensively, including appearances at major festivals like Coachella and South by Southwest. They have demonstrated a consistent presence in both music production and various media collaborations, maintaining a distinct musical style that blends diverse genres.