KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 4 -- Two decades ago, a band emerged that boldly reshaped the indie rock landscape, leaving an enduring imprint on the genre.

That band is none other than Scottish rockers Franz Ferdinand, formed by Alex Kapranos, Nick McCarthy, Bob Hardy, and Paul Thomson - who debuted in 2002 and shot to global prominence with their 2004 self-titled debut album.

Acclaimed as both sharp and wildly entertaining, the album delivered indie-rock staples like Take Me Out and The Dark of the Matinee, tracks that not only charted internationally but propelled the group onto major festival stages worldwide.

The band has seen several lineup changes since, beginning with guitarist McCarthy's departure in 2016, followed by the arrival of guita...