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Swallowtail is a Brighton-based quartet that emerged from Nottingham, blending elements of shoegaze and post-punk to create a distinctive, atmospheric sound. The band comprises Katie Prescott, Caleb Ryde, Drew Vickerstaff, and Fred Ford. Their music is characterized by a dynamic interplay between noise and clarity, featuring reverb-laden guitars, intricate basslines, and hypnotic rhythms. Influenced by bands like The Twilight Sad, Just Mustard, and Sonic Youth, Swallowtail crafts a sound that is both eerie and elegant .