Godspeed You! Black Emperor

is a Canadian post-rock band formed in 1994 in Montreal. Known for their expansive, instrumental compositions that blend orchestral, experimental, and drone elements, the band creates atmospheric soundscapes often associated with themes of political unrest and dystopia. Albums like 'Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven' (2000) are critically acclaimed, making them a pioneering force in the post-rock genre.