Gomez is an English indie rock band formed in 1996, known for their eclectic sound that incorporates elements of blues, folk, and psychedelic rock. The band consists of Ian Ball, Ben Ottewell, Tom Gray, Paul Blackburn, and Olly Peacock, with Ball and Ottewell known for their distinctive, raspy vocal styles. Gomez gained significant recognition with their debut album "Bring It On", which won the Mercury Music Prize in 1998. The band's innovative blending of electronic elements with traditional rock instrumentation has had a lasting impact on the indie rock genre.