Disclosure is the British electronic music duo composed of brothers Guy and Howard Lawrence, who emerged from Surrey, England, to become defining architects of the 2010s UK house revival. Known for their polished, sample-rich productions that blend classic garage and deep house with contemporary pop sensibilities, they achieved mainstream success by skillfully bridging the gap between underground club sounds and chart dominance. Their influential work is characterized by intricate rhythms, warm basslines, and a keen ear for vocal collaboration, cementing their status as both hitmakers and respected album artists.
The brothers, with Guy handling production and Howard primarily on vocals and keyboards, began making music together in their early teens. Their initial breakthrough arrived via the underground hit "Offline Dexterity" in 2010, but it was their 2012 single "Latch," featuring a then-unknown Sam Smith, that truly set their trajectory. The song's sophisticated production and Smith's soaring vocal became a slow-burning smash, laying the groundwork for their debut album. The momentum catapulted forward with the 2013 single "White Noise" featuring AlunaGeorge, which became their first UK number-one and an anthem of the era.
Their acclaimed debut album, Settle, arrived in 2013 to widespread critical praise, winning the BRIT Award for British Album of the Year and receiving a Grammy nomination. The record was a masterclass in collaboration, featuring a then-unparalleled roster of UK talent including Sam Smith, AlunaGeorge, Jessie Ware, and London Grammar. Its success established Disclosure as global festival headliners and proved the commercial viability of their refined electronic sound. Their sophomore effort, Caracal (2015), continued this formula with higher-profile features from The Weeknd, Lord Huron, and Gregory Porter, debuting at number one in the UK and earning another Grammy nomination.
After a period of touring and introspection, they returned with a series of EPs and their third studio album, Energy (2020), which embraced a broader, more eclectic palette of funk, African rhythms, and hip-hop, featuring collaborations with Kelis, Slowthai, and Mick Jenkins. The album was nominated for the Best Dance/Electronic Album Grammy. Throughout their career, Disclosure has also remained influential as curators and DJs, hosting their own Wild Life festival and maintaining a revered radio show. They continue to release music and perform, consistently evolving their sound while upholding their core production values, solidifying their legacy as pivotal figures in modern electronic music.
