Starsailor are an English post-Britpop band formed in Wigan in 2000, led by vocalist James Walsh. Known for emotional songwriting and melodic, piano-driven rock, they quickly gained acclaim for their heartfelt sound. Their debut album, Love Is Here, released in 2001, was a major success, reaching No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart and earning a platinum certification. It featured standout tracks like “Alcoholic” and “Good Souls.” The album received critical praise and multiple award nominations, helping establish Starsailor as one of the notable early-2000s British indie bands.