The xx
Awards & Honours
27
Awards Won
3
Honours
4
Rankings
4
Covers
3
Records
The xx's achievement of winning the Mercury Prize for their debut album stands as a rare feat for a young, independent band. Their ability to secure multiple major industry awards in 2010 alone, spanning the BRITs, MTV EMAs, and NME Awards, highlighted their immediate impact on the global music scene. Beyond trophies, their legacy is measured by the enduring popularity of their discography and the way their sound influenced a generation of producers. The fact that all three of their studio albums reached the top of the UK charts speaks to their consistent quality and dedicated fanbase.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Mercury Prize Winner
Won for the album xx, recognizing the best album from the UK and Ireland.
Brit Award for Best British Group
Recognized for their contribution to British music.
Guinness World Record
Recognized for the fastest-selling debut album by a new act in the UK since 2000.
Rankings & Lists
Best Albums of 2009
Best Albums of 2009
100 Greatest Debut Albums
500 Greatest Albums of All Time
Magazine Covers
NME
2010-01-15
The xx: The Future of Indie
Pitchfork
2012-09-01
Cover Story: The xx Return
Rolling Stone
2017-01-20
The xx: Evolution of Sound
Dazed
2026-04-01
The xx Reunite
Records & Feats
Fastest-Selling Debut Album
The xx achieved the fastest sales for a debut album by a new act in the UK since 2000.
Consecutive UK Number Ones
All three studio albums debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart.
Most Streamed Instrumental Track
"Intro" became one of the most streamed instrumental tracks of the 21st century.