Portishead, formed in 1991 in Bristol, England, is a pioneering force in the trip-hop genre. The trio—vocalist Beth Gibbons, producer Geoff Barrow, and guitarist Adrian Utley—crafted a distinctive sound by blending atmospheric beats with haunting melodies. Their debut album, "Dummy" (1994), received critical acclaim and won the Mercury Music Prize in 1995. Following this success, they released "Portishead" (1997) and "Third" (2008), both of which further solidified their influence in the music industry. Portishead's innovative approach continues to inspire artists worldwide.