KLF

The KLF were an English electronic band formed in 1987 in London by Bill Drummond and Jimmy Cauty. They began as The Justified Ancients of Mu Mu (JAMs) before renaming themselves The KLF. They released music on their own label, KLF Communications, and became one of the most commercially successful and controversial acts in late 1980s and early 1990s British pop and dance music. Their work fused elements of house, techno, ambient, and heavy sampling, and they were known for provocative public stunts and striking videos. Notable singles include What Time Is Love? and 3 A.M. Eternal; their 1991 album The White Room consolidated their high-profile status.

The KLF's career was marked by a strong anti-commercial stance. In 1994, they formed The K Foundation and burned a million pounds of their own money on the Scottish island of Jura, a controversial performance that symbolized a critique of wealth and the music business. After that act they largely withdrew from the music industry, withholding releases and live performances for many years. Despite their relatively short recording period, the KLF's use of sampling and their approach to mass media had a lasting influence on electronic and pop music, influencing later genres and artists.

The acronym KLF is often said to stand for Kopyright Liberation Front, a satirical nod to copyright and commercialization; the exact intent was part of the duo’s public persona. They remain cited as one of the era’s most prominent and provocative acts.