Godspeed You! Black Emperor

Godspeed You! Black Emperor (formerly punctuated Godspeed You Black Emperor! and abbreviated to GYBE, GSYBE or GY!BE) is a Canadian post-rock band formed in 1994 in Montreal, Quebec. They were one of the first bands to publish their albums through the influential label Constellation Records. They have released three studio albums, one extended play, and a limited edition 7" record.

The nine piece outfit is well-known for their orchestral stylings, wide volume changes, and, at their inception, strong anonymity. They utilize a number of objects to alter their respective instruments' timbre, such as a screwdriver, in a manner akin to Sonic Youth. The group is also known for its lengthy compositions, which often feature crescendos, multiple movements, and a host of recorded and sampled sounds.

After the release of their first album in 1997, the group toured regularly from 1998 to 2002. In 2003, the band announced an indefinite hiatus and currently have no foreseeable plans to reconvene. A misquoted interview in February 2008 reported the band had broken up, but this was later confirmed as false.