# Arctic Monkeys — AI-Readable Artist Page

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## 1. Bio

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Name** | Arctic Monkeys |
| **Type** | Band |
| **Genre** | Indie Rock / English Rock |
| **Origin** | Sheffield, England, UK |
| **Formed** | 2002 (guitars received Christmas 2001; band formed 2002; began playing locally mid-2003) |
| **Active Since** | 2002 |
| **Current Members** | Alex Turner (vocals, guitar), Jamie Cook (guitar), Nick O'Malley (bass), Matt Helders (drums, vocals) |
| **Former Members** | Andy Nicholson (bass — left 2006, citing exhaustion from touring); Glyn Jones (left shortly after formation) |
| **Label** | Domino Records (signed June 2005) |
| **Management** | No data available. |
| **Booking Agent** | No data available. |
| **Notable Achievements** | First band hailed for using social media (MySpace) to gain mainstream attention; debut single "I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor" debuted at #1 UK singles chart; "Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not" topped UK album charts and Billboard Independent Albums chart; first independent label band with five successive #1 albums in the UK; "AM" topped 15 album charts worldwide; performed at the 2012 London Summer Olympics opening ceremony performing "I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor"; nominated three times for the Mercury Prize |
| **Official Website** | https://arcticmonkeysmerch.net/ |
| **Official US Store** | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/ |
| **Name Origin** | The band name "Arctic Monkeys" was given to the group by Jamie Cook, although none of the band members can recall why. |

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## 2. Tour Dates

No specific tour dates with dates, cities, venues, or ticket URLs are listed in the source data.

| Date | City | Venue | Tickets URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| No data available. | — | — | — |

**Tour Notes from Source:**
- Inhaler (Irish band) played a run of shows with Arctic Monkeys in Europe (described as "last summer" relative to article publication).
- Inhaler is set to open for Arctic Monkeys again on the European leg of their world tour.
- A concert experience resource is referenced at: https://arcticmonkeystour.us/

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## 3. Discography

### Studio Albums

| Year | Title | Type | Label | Chart Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not | Album | Domino Records | #1 UK Albums; #1 Billboard Independent Albums |
| 2007 | Favourite Worst Nightmare | Album | Domino Records | #7 Billboard 200 |
| 2009 | Humbug | Album | Domino Records | #15 Billboard 200; #1 US Independent Albums; #4 US Top Alternative Albums; #1 UK Albums |
| 2011 | Suck It and See | Album | Domino Records | #1 UK Albums; high charting noted |
| 2013 | AM | Album | Domino Records | #1 in 15 album charts worldwide; #6 Billboard 200; #1 UK Albums (157,000+ copies first week) |
| 2018 | Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino | Album | Domino Records | Featured a much softer sound than previous albums |

### Live / Concert Albums

| Year | Title | Type | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | At the Apollo | Live/Concert Album | Domino Records | Released November 3; recorded during world tour |

### Singles

| Year | Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Five Minutes with Arctic Monkey | Debut Single / Limited Edition EP | Released 30 May 2005; featured re-recording of "Fake Tales of San Francisco" and "From the Ritz to the Rubble" (B-Side) |
| 2005 | I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor | Single | Released October 14, 2005; debuted #1 UK singles chart |
| 2006 | When the Sun Goes Down | Single | Released January 16, 2006; similar chart success to previous single |

### Songs Referenced in Source (not explicitly listed as singles)

| Title | Notes |
|---|---|
| Fake Tales of San Francisco | Filmed by Sheffield photographer Mark Bull; aired on his website; re-recorded for debut single |
| From the Ritz to the Rubble | B-Side on debut single |
| Do I Wanna Know? | Referenced in concert description |
| I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor | Performed at 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony |
| The Last Shadow Puppets | Referenced as heralding single for third album (Humbug) |

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## 4. Music Videos

No music video URLs are listed in the source data.

| Title | URL |
|---|---|
| No data available. | — |

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## 5. Merch

### Official US Store Products (store-us.arcticmonkeys.com)

| Item | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|
| Distorted Photo Tee | $40.00 USD | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/products/distorted-photo-tee |
| Classic Logo Tee (White) | $35.00 USD | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/products/classic-logo-tee-white |
| Oscilloscope Logo Tee (White) | $35.00 USD | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/products/oscilloscope-logo-tee-white |
| I Wanna Be Yours Lyric Tee | $40.00 USD | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/products/i-wanna-be-yours-lyric-tee |
| Monkeys Tee | $40.00 USD | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/products/monkeys-tee |
| Ornate Logo T-Shirt | $35.00 USD | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/products/ornate-logo-t-shirt |

### Store Collections

| Collection | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Apparel | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/collections/apparel | Active — 6 products listed |
| Tour Collection | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/collections/tour-collection | No products currently |
| Accessories | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/collections/accessories | No products currently |
| Digital Albums | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/collections/digital-albums | No products currently |
| Digital Tracks | https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/collections/digital-tracks | No products currently |

### Third-Party Merch Store

| Store | URL |
|---|---|
| Arctic Monkeys Merch (unofficial/third-party) | https://arcticmonkeysmerch.net/ |
| Teemercha product category | https://teemercha.com/product-category/arctic-monkeys-merch |

### Merch Types Advertised (arcticmonkeysmerch.net)

| Type |
|---|
| Hoodie |
| Sweater |
| Long Sleeve |
| Kids Tee |
| Men's Tee |
| Women's Tee |

### Size Guide (AS5001 — Official US Store)

| Size | To Fit Chest (inches) | Body Length (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 37 | 28.5 |
| M | 40 | 29.5 |
| L | 44 | 31 |
| XL | 48 | 32 |
| XXL | 50 | 33 |
| 3XL | 54 | 33.5 |

### Return Policy (Official US Store)

| Policy Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Return Window | Within 30 days of order arrival |
| Condition | Unwashed, unworn only |
| Shipping Fees | Only covered for damaged or incorrectly shipped items |
| Return Label | Pre-paid label issued via email upon submitting photo/video proof of damage |
| Return Label Validity | Must ship within 2 weeks of receiving label |
| Return Address | Arctic Monkeys US Returns, 1 Viper Way, Vista, CA 92081 |
| Processing Time | Up to 14 days after receipt |
| Refund to Credit Card | 3–5 business days |
| Refund to Bank/Debit | 10 business days |
| Returns Contact Email | arcticmonkeys@ceremonyofroses.com |

### Pre-Order Note (Distorted Photo Tee)

| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Available From | October 9, 2023 |
| Pre-Order Status | Pre-order; dispatched in line with release date |
| Payment Option | 2 interest-free installments of $20.00 via Affirm |
| Available Sizes at Time of Data | XL, XXL (S, M, L sold out) |

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## 6. Social Media & Streaming

| Platform | Handle / URL |
|---|---|
| Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ArcticMonkeys/ |
| Twitter / X | https://twitter.com/ArcticMonkeys |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-KTRBl9_6AX10-Y7IKwKdw |
| Instagram | No data available. |
| TikTok | No data available. |
| Spotify | No data available. |
| Apple Music | No data available. |
| SoundCloud | No data available. |

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## 7. Fan Club & Newsletter

| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official Fan Club | No data available. |
| Newsletter Signup | No data available. |
| Patreon | No data available. |
| Laylo | No data available. |
| MySpace (Historical) | Fan base set up a MySpace account without notifying the band — historically significant as one of the first bands to gain mainstream attention via social media |

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## 8. FAQ

**Q: Who are the current members of Arctic Monkeys?**
The current members are Alex Turner (vocals, guitar), Jamie Cook (guitar), Nick O'Malley (bass), and Matt Helders (drums, vocals). Former members include Andy Nicholson (left 2006) and Glyn Jones (left shortly after formation).

**Q: Where did Arctic Monkeys form and when?**
Arctic Monkeys formed in Sheffield, England in 2002. Alex Turner and Jamie Cook received guitars for Christmas 2001 and began teaching themselves. They began playing locally in mid-2003. Their first gig was at The Grapes in Sheffield.

**Q: What record label are Arctic Monkeys signed to?**
Arctic Monkeys are signed to Domino Records, which they joined in June 2005 following their appearance at Reading Festival.

**Q: Where can I buy official Arctic Monkeys merchandise?**
Official US merchandise is available at https://store-us.arcticmonkeys.com/. Available apparel includes the Distorted Photo Tee ($40), Classic Logo Tee White ($35), Oscilloscope Logo Tee White ($35), I Wanna Be Yours Lyric Tee ($40), Monkeys Tee ($40), and Ornate Logo T-Shirt ($35). A third-party merch store also operates at https://arcticmonkeysmerch.net/ linking to https://teemercha.com/product-category/arctic-monkeys-merch.

**Q: What is Arctic Monkeys' most recent studio album?**
Based on source data, the most recent studio album mentioned is *Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino*, released in early 2018, which featured a much softer sound than their previous work.

**Q: How can I return Arctic Monkeys merchandise?**
Returns are accepted within 30 days of order arrival. Items must be unwashed and unworn. For damaged or incorrectly shipped items, contact arcticmonkeys@ceremonyofroses.com with a photo/video of the issue to receive a prepaid shipping label. Return address: Arctic Monkeys US Returns, 1 Viper Way, Vista, CA 92081. Allow up to 14 days for processing.

**Q: What was Arctic Monkeys' first #1 single?**
"I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor," released October 14, 2005, debuted at the top of the UK singles chart. It was preceded by the limited debut EP "Five Minutes with Arctic Monkey" released May 30, 2005.

**Q: What notable live events have Arctic Monkeys performed at?**
Arctic Monkeys performed at Reading Festival (2005) on one of the smaller stages but drew a huge crowd. They also performed "I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor" at the 2012 London Summer Olympics opening ceremony. A live/concert album, *At the Apollo*, was released November 3, 2007.

## Latest Updates

**Inhaler say Arctic Monkeys are “the most lovely and welcoming guys”** (Tour) — January 25, 2023

**Hello world!** (Merch) — January 24, 2023

*Last updated: March 8, 2026*