Placebo - Full Concert | Live at TMF Live | The Music Factory

Placebo, an iconic British alternative rock band, originated in London in 1994, founded by Brian Molko and Stefan Olsdal. The band's formation was unique, with Molko on vocals and guitar, and Olsdal handling the bass and guitar. Their lineup initially included drummer Robert Schultzberg, who was part of the group until 1996, departing shortly after their debut album release due to tensions with Molko. Steve Hewitt quickly filled Schultzberg's role, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the band. Despite their diverse origins, with Molko born in Belgium and Olsdal and Schultzberg hailing from Sweden, both Molko and Olsdal were raised in Luxembourg and later moved to London, solidifying their status as British citizens. Placebo burst onto the scene with their self-titled debut album, which, along with a demo and a split single, laid the groundwork for their rise to fame. Their breakthrough came in 1997 with the single “Nancy Boy,“ which became a hit in the UK for its provocative ta