The Legendary Pink Dots is a veteran avant-garde rock band formed in the UK in 1980. Led by the experimental multi-instrumentalist Edward Ka-Spel and keyboard player Phil Knight, they have released over 50 albums over their career, blending elements of industrial, noise, psych rock, and various folk influences. Known primarily for their inventive and surreal lyrical imagery and expansive soundscapes, they have been compared to the likes of Dead Can Dance, Joy Division, and Throbbing Gristle. The Legendary Pink Dots has a deep international following, having sold out shows across the world consistently despite never having a major label release. Although they have bypassed mainstream success, The Legendary Pink Dots continue to make inventive and unsung music, still grabbing the attention of fans across many genres.