Clean Bandit is a British electronic music group, formed in Cambridge, England, in 2008. The band currently comprises Grace Chatto (cello, keyboards, vocals) and brothers Jack Patterson (keyboards, bass, producer) and Luke Patterson (drums). Their full names are Grace Elizabeth Chatto, Jack Robert Patterson, and Luke Timothy Patterson. While specific birthdates for Jack and Luke are not widely publicized, Grace Chatto was born on 10 December, 1985. The group is renowned for their innovative fusion of classical music elements, such as string instruments, with contemporary dance-pop and electronic beats, often featuring a diverse array of guest vocalists on their tracks.
Clean Bandit gained international recognition with their 2014 hit “Rather Be,” featuring Jess Glynne, which soared to number one on the UK charts and won a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording in 2015. This breakthrough track solidified their unique sound and established them as a force in mainstream pop. They have continued to achieve significant success with subsequent singles, including the multi-platinum “Rockabye” featuring Sean Paul and Anne-Marie, and “Symphony” with Zara Larsson, both of which also topped the UK charts. Their distinctive approach to music production, coupled with their collaborative spirit, has made Clean Bandit a prominent and influential act in the global music scene.