The Connells are an American alternative rock band from Raleigh, North Carolina, formed in 1984. Known for their jangly guitar sound and introspective lyrics, they gained popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Their most successful single, “’74–’75,” became a major hit in Europe, especially in Germany and the UK. The band’s music blends college rock, power pop, and Southern influences, drawing comparisons to R.E.M. Despite never achieving massive fame in the U.S., The Connells have maintained a loyal fanbase and continue to perform and release music.