Top 3 Artists Influencing Beabadoobee's Sound

Beabadoobee frequently cites a range of '90s alternative and indie artists, whose sounds have profoundly shaped her distinctive lo-fi, guitar-driven style.

The top 3

  1. Elliott Smith: Beabadoobee frequently mentions Elliott Smith as a primary influence, particularly for his songwriting, melodies, and honesty, even having a tattoo of his album 'XO' on her arm.
  2. Pavement: The '90s indie rock band Pavement is a consistent influence, with Beabadoobee often referencing their lo-fi aesthetic and even titling a song 'I Wish I Was Stephen Malkmus' (Pavement's frontman).
  3. The 1975: Beabadoobee is signed to Dirty Hit, the same label as The 1975, and has collaborated with Matty Healy and George Daniel from the band on her album 'Beatopia'.

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