What band was formed earlier, Kaizers Orchestra or The Smithereens?
Kaizers Orchestra Kaizers Orchestra was a Norwegian alternative rock band formed on 1 January 2000. They are notable for being among the first non-black metal Norwegian artists singing in their native language to become popular beyond Scandinavia. To other Norwegians, the band is instantly recognizable both because of their unique, unpredictable style, and because of vocalist Ottesen's distinctive Jæren dialect, shared by four of the other band members.
Stella Marconi Stella Marconi is an English alternative rock and indie band, based in Manchester, currently having four members; James Bagshaw (Guitar/Vocals), Andrew Smith (Bass/Vocals), Caitlin Lyons (Guitar/Vocals) and Dave Widdowson (Drums). The band has had local success and in surrounding areas, but with an ever-growing list of appearances and the rising popularity of their songs, their popularity has reached nationwide.