Why it is trending: VILLANELLE’s “Placebo” is gaining major traction after being named Radio X’s Record of the Week, with listeners drawn to its gritty ‘90s-inspired sound, hypnotic vocals, and the growing spotlight on frontman Gene Gallagher. Villanelle are carving out their own lane in the UK rock resurgence, blending grunge textures with hazy, melodic introspection. Fronted by Gene Gallagher — son of Liam Gallagher of Oasis — the band are quickly proving they’re more than just lineage,…
