The culture of the United Kingdom is influenced by the histories of its constituent nations, its interaction with the cultures of Europe, the individual diverse cultures of England, Wales, Scotland an
Trooping the Colour is an annual ceremony, most notably associated with the British Army, and involves a grand parade featuring hundreds of soldiers, horses, and musicians.
The Old English heroic poem Beowulf is located in the British Library.
Robert Burns is regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
English novelist Jane Austen was held by literary critic Harold Bloom to be one of the greatest Western writers of all time.
Adele Laurie Blue Adkins is an English singer and songwriter. Regarded as a British cultural icon, she is known for her mezzo-soprano vocals and sentimental songwriting. Her accolades include 16 Gramm
Culture of the United Kingdom
…helped drive alternative rock and Britpop to the mainstream. British soul saw a rise that continued into the 2000s, including the global success of Adele. Dance music also saw innovation, with genres such as dubstep and new rave emerging. In contrast to the comparatively homogeneous classical and pop…
Adele performing live in January 2009
Adele performing in Seattle, Washington, on 12 August 2011