Suede is a British rock band formed in London in 1989. Widely regarded as one of the pioneers of the Britpop movement, the band blends alternative rock, glam rock, and indie rock, becoming one of the defining acts of the British music scene in the 1990s.

Suede rose to prominence even before releasing their debut album, attracting widespread attention from the British music press. Their self-titled debut, Suede (1993), became a commercial success and won the prestigious Mercury Prize. The album featured standout tracks such as Animal Nitrate, Metal Mickey, and The Drowners. Their follow-up, Dog Man Star (1994), is widely regarded as one of the greatest British rock albums of its era. After guitarist Richard Oakes joined the band, Suede achieved even greater commercial success with Coming Up (1996), which produced hit singles including Trash, Beautiful Ones, Saturday Night, and Lazy. The band later released Head Music and A New Morning, and following their 2010 reunion returned with critically acclaimed albums Bloodsports, Night Thoughts, The Blue Hour, and Autofiction.

Suede's distinctive sound combines melodic alternative rock, glam rock influences, and emotionally charged songwriting. Brett Anderson's expressive vocals, atmospheric guitar work, and unmistakably British style have made the band one of the most influential groups of the Britpop era. Their music continues to inspire both longtime fans and new generations of alternative rock artists.