GUV
Young Guv (now known as GUV) is the musical moniker of Ben Cook, a dedicated and prolific songwriter best known as a member of Toronto punk bands Fucked Up and No Warning. He has also done co-writing and production work for some major stars of the popular music world. Young Guv, project started in the summer of 2018 when Ben moved to Brooklyn and began writing some of the best songs of his life, has since served as the vehicle to release music entirely his own. His music often recalls the sound of the 60s, 70s and 80s while invoking the solitary nature of the digital age and incorporating elements of 90s alt rock, brit pop, power pop and shoegaze. He is currently signed to Run for Cover Records and will release a new album in January 2026.
Genres: Pop, Alternative & Indie, bedroom pop, Power Pop
Releases
Warmer Than Gold
January 30, 2026GUV's new album "Warmer Than Gold" by Ben Cook is set for release on January 30th via Run For Cover Records. The album features a blend of jangly hooks, danceable breakbeats, and swirling guitar textures, with a sound reminiscent of Britpop and classic indie pop. Collaborations with artists like Hatchie and Turnstile's Meg Mills contribute to the record's rich musical mix. GUV has shared the record's lead single, "Let Your Hands Go," a vibrant cut of kaleidoscopic guitars and pulsating beats that wouldn't sound out of place on Top of The Pops circa 1990. They have also released two subsequent singles title track "Warmer Than Gold" and latest single "Chasin Luv" now streaming everywhere.