Yard Act is a rock band from Leeds, West Yorkshire, featuring James Smith on vocals, Ryan Needham on bass, Sam Shipstone on guitar, and Jay Russell on drums. Their debut album, The Overload, made a strong impact by reaching number two on the UK Albums Chart in 2022. In 2024, they followed up with their second album, Where's My Utopia? Showcasing sharp lyrics and post-punk influences, Yard Act has quickly earned recognition in the British music scene.