Male Musicians

Alice Cooper (born Vincent Damon Furnier; February 4, 1948) is an American rock singer, songwriter and broadcaster whose career spans more than five decades. With a stage show that features guillotines, electric chairs, fake blood, boa constrictors and baby dolls, Cooper has drawn equally from horror movies, vaudeville, and garage rock to pioneer a grandly theatrical and violent brand of heavy metal that was designed to shock. Alice Cooper was originally in a band consisting of Furnier on vocals and harmonica, lead guitarist Glen Buxton, Michael Bruce on rhythm guitar, Dennis Dunaway on bass guitar, and drummer Neal Smith. The original Alice Cooper band broke into the in…

Skillet is an American rock band originally formed in Memphis, Tennessee. The band consists of John Cooper (lead vocalist, bassist), his wife Korey Cooper (rhythm guitarist, keyboardist, vocalist), Ben Kasica (lead guitarist), and Jen Ledger (drummer, vocalist). Skillet has released eight albums, two receiving Grammy nominations: Collide and Comatose.[2] Over the past 14 years, Skillet has spanned many different genres, including hard rock, industrial rock, and symphonic rock. As of March 2010 they have sold 1.6 million albums worldwide Band history Early years (1996–99) Skillet formed in 1996 with two members: John Cooper, former vocalist for Tennessee progressive roc…

Gavin Rossdale Source : Wikipedia Gavin McGregor Rossdale, born October 30, 1965, was the lead singer and guitarist of the former British rock group Bush, and the current lead singer and guitarist of Institute. Biography Born in Kilburn, London, England, to parents lucy Stephan (b. Scotland) and Douglas Rossdale (a doctor of Russian Jewish descent); they divorced when he was eleven years old and he was raised primarily by his father and aunt (his mother remarried and moved to Florida). He has a younger sister, Soraya, and an older one, Lorraine (daughter called Jade). Rossdale modelled briefly, producing some embarrassing fashion shots with g…

Wow, I couldn't believe there wasn't a thread for Arctic Monkeys yet. Anyone else know them? Brief Biography: Arctic Monkeys are an English indie rock band from High Green, a suburb of Sheffield. Formed in 2002, the band currently consists of Alex Turner on lead vocals and guitar, Jamie Cook on guitar, Matt Helders on drums and backing vocals and Nick O'Malley on bass guitar, a position formerly held by Andy Nicholson. Arctic Monkeys achieved chart success with their first single, "I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor", which reached number one in the UK Singles Chart.[1] Their debut album Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not, released on 23 January 2006, w…

I like ZZ Top's style. And their beards!!! Any favorite songs? I like Sharp Dessed Man and Give All Your Lovin Bio ZZ Top is an American blues rock band formed in 1969 in Houston, Texas. The group members are Billy Gibbons (guitar, lead vocals), Dusty Hill (bass, lead vocals), and Frank Beard (drums, percussion). They hold the distinction of being among the few rock bands still composed of its original members after more than 35 years and until September 2006, the same manager/producer, Bill Ham. They reached the peak of their commercial success in the 1970s and 1980s, scoring many hit songs during that era, but they remain together today and are still touring a…

Name: Quinn Allman Age: 23 Birthday: January 18, 1982 Zodiac Sign: Aquaries Part of the Band: Guitar / Back Up Vocals He was part of the band since day 1 He has been in jail He joined the band when he was only 15 years old 23 year old Quinn Allman, guitarist of the Used, was born on January 18, 1982. Quinn grew up in Utah. Quinn is the funny, crazy type of guy. He describes himself as generous, colorful, passionate, creative and insecure. Growing up, Quinn was very shy and argued with his teachers in high school a lot. The first sport he was ever into was Baseball, he was a shortstop. At a very young age, Quinn started being in bands. His first band was a band cal…

Jean Sablon (Nogent-sur-Marne 25 March 1906 – Cannes 24 February 1994) was a French singer, songwriter, composer and actor. He was one of the first French singers to immerse himself in jazz. The man behind several songs by big French and American names, he was the first to use a microphone on a French stage in 1936. Star of vinyl records and the radio, he left France in 1937 to take a contract with NBC in the United States. His radio and later televised shows made him a huge star in America. Henceforth the most international of French singers among his contemporaries, he became an ambassador of French songwriting and dedicated his career to touring internationally, occasi…

Biography from RollingStone.com Originally formed in 1989, this Philadelphia supergroup is finally getting the recognition it deserves. Pioneers of the live-rap movement, the Roots use traditional instrumentation in lieu of samples and drum machines. Their distinctly jazzy sound is the direct result of highly skilled musicianship, as demonstrated on their high-quality albums and always impressive live performances. In addition to their signature, organic sound, they are also known for their positive and conscious lyricism. Emcees Black Thought and Malik B always give you something to think about, dropping verses on such heavy topics as politics, equality and respect for …

Paul Gerald Cattermole (born 7 March 1977, St Albans, Hertfordshire, England) is an English singer and actor. He was previously a member of S Club 7 and was the lead singer of the band Skua and latterly Charlie Bullitt until he left in October 2005. Initially Cattermole had dreams of being a rugby star. Like Hannah Spearritt, Cattermole was a member of the National Youth Music Theatre and appeared, alongside Spearritt, in "Pendragon" (1994). Cattermole's previous jobs before S Club 7 included being a paperboy, a postman, a butcher, a theatre doorman, a dustman and a toilet cleaner.[citation needed] He did a theatre and acting course at the Mountview Drama School. While …

When I'm not grooving to Rihanna and Common and whatever else the young people like these days, I'm getting down with Genesis. That's early Genesis, not mid tempo '80s Genesis with Phil crooning in a lounge chair. I'm talking Peter Gabriel dressed like a nut, wall to wall prog-tastic mayhem circa 1973. I used to think it was The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway that was the album of albums but now I'm beginning to think that its actually Selling England by the Pound; this album is slaying me right now. I know we have German members on this board and I've never met a German yet who doesn't love Genesis so come on in, share your love.

Luis Fonsi was born 15 April 1978 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He took an interest in music at a very young age; influenced by the popular performers of that time. When he was only 4 years old, Fonsi joined the prestigious Children's Choir of San Juan, even then demonstrating the vocal talents that would ultimately bring him success as a pop singer.

Xzibit was born in Detroit,in 1974,as Alvin Nathaniel Joiner, where he lived until his mother passed away when he was only nine years old. At the age of ten he began to rap, very personally because of the loss of his mother. At the age of 14, he got into trouble and was removed from his home for two years after his father refused to have him there. Xzibit was released from the state on his own recognizance as an adult at 17. He did a little slangin' to get some money together and jumped into his jeep and headed toward LA, California. In 1992 Xzibit met with producer Broadway, through the group, Madcap. His first songs were "Freestyle Ghetto" on "King Tee IV Life", and aft…

Damian Marley (born July 21, 1978 in Kingston, Jamaica) is a Grammy-winning reggae artist and is the youngest male child of reggae legend Bob Marley, and the only child born to Marley and Cindy Breakspeare, Miss World 1976. Damian's nickname is Junior Gong which is derived from his father's nickname of Tuff Gong. Damian has been performing since the age of 13. He shares with most of the Marley family a full-time career in music. Unlike his brothers and sisters, however, his musical specialty is "DeeJaying," the Jamaican style of rapping. Albums As of 2006, he has released three albums. His first, Mr. Marley, was released in 1996, his second, Halfway Tree in 2001,…

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John R. "Johnny" Cash (February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003), born J. R. Cash, was an American singer-songwriter, actor, and author,who has been called one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.Although he is primarily remembered as a country music artist, his songs and sound spanned many other genres including rockabilly and rock and roll—especially early in his career—as well as blues, folk, and gospel. Late in his career, Cash covered songs by several rock artists, among them the industrial rock band Nine Inch Nails and the synthpop band Depeche Mode. Cash was known for his deep, distinctive bass voice; for the "boom-chicka-boom" freight train sound …

Biography from VH1.com The pioneering force behind the rise of trip-hop, Massive Attack were among the most innovative and influential groups of their generation; their hypnotic sound -- a darkly sensual and cinematic fusion of hip-hop rhythms, soulful melodies, dub grooves, and choice samples -- set the pace for much of the dance music to emerge throughout the 1990s, paving the way for such acclaimed artists as Portishead, Sneaker Pimps, Beth Orton, and Tricky, himself a Massive Attack alumnus. Their history dates back to 1983 and the formation of the Wild Bunch, one of the earliest and most successful sound-system/DJ collectives to arrive on the U.K. music scene; renow…

Born in New Orleans on August 4, 1901. He was an American jazz trumpeter and singer. Armstrong developed his cornet playing in a band at the New Orleans Home for Colored Waifs where he was sent often for delinquency. Once he was out he got his first dance hall job at Henry Ponce's where Black Benny was his protector and guide. During the day Louis hauled coal and played at night. He also played in the city's brass band parades, then went on to play on riverboats. Armstrong moved to Chicago and joined a Creole Jazz band. He made his first recordings in the Gennett and Okeh labels. The he moved to New York and did more recordings there. He moved back and forth from Chiag…

Mötley Crüe is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1981. The group was founded by bass guitarist Nikki Sixx, and drummer Tommy Lee, who were later joined by lead guitarist Mick Mars and lead singer Vince Neil. Mötley Crüe has been described through the years as the World's Most Notorious Rock Band and one of the world’s best-selling groups of all time, having sold over 90 million albums worldwide,[1] including 25 million in the U.S.[2] The band members have often been noted for their hedonistic lifestyles and the persona they maintained. All of the original members have had numerous brushes with the law, spent time in prison, suffered…

Birth name: Shaffer Chimere Smith Also known as Ne-Yo Born October 18, 1982 ,Camden, Arkansas USA Origin Las Vegas, Nevada Genres R&B, pop, dance, soul, hip hop Occupations Singer-songwriter, record producer, dancer, actor, rapper Instruments Vocals, piano Years active 1999–present Labels Def Jam Associated acts Stargate, Fabolous Website yearofthegentleman.com Imdb profile http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1666212/ Discography http://www.neyothegentleman.com/discography/

He completed his primary and secondary education in Karadeniz Ereğli (Zonguldak), then in 1995-1996 he attended a fine art oriented high school in İstanbul. At the time he pursued his musical career at various music halls as a backing vocalist. In 1998 he became the first runner up as the male vocalist in a contest for high school students organized by Milliyet(a Turkish national newspaper). In 1999 he graduated Bilgi University, Jazz vocalist department.He’s continuing his education at İstanbul Technical University Turkish Classical Music Conservatory since 2003. Some of the names he worked with(either stage performance or albums): Tarkan, Ajda Pekkan, Shakira, Nilüfe…

Saul Hudson (born 23 July 1965), better known by his stage name Slash, is a British-American musician. Best-known as the former lead guitarist of the hard rock band Guns N' Roses, with whom he performed and recorded between 1985 and 1996, he later formed the eponymous Slash's Snakepit and co-founded Velvet Revolver with his former bandmates Duff McKagan and Matt Sorum. His debut solo album, Slash, was released in April 2010. Slash has received critical recognition as a guitarist. In August 2009, Time Magazine ranked him #2 on its list of the "10 Best Electric Guitar Players of All-Time". He was also ranked #21 on Gigwise's list of the "50 Greatest Guitarists Ever". Early…

Van Halen is a classic rock band. Any other fans? Bio Van Halen is an American rock band formed in the 1970s. From their debut album, Van Halen (1978) they became an influential band in American hard rock, releasing eleven studio albums. selling more than 80 million albums worldwide earning the band the Guinness Book of World Records title for the most number one hits on the Billboard Mainstream Rock List. According to the Recording Industry Association of America Van Halen is #19 on the list of Top Selling Artists of all time (having sold more than 56 million albums in the U.S.) and is one of only five rock groups that have had two albums sell more than 10 million c…

I know we have a thread on Fab, but I can't believe we wouldn't include the rest of the band! Members: Julian Casablancas Nick Valensi Fabrizio Moretti Albert Hammond Jr. Nikolai Fraiture source|celebcity

"I hadn't watched Saturday morning TV for ages," says Matt Willis rubbing his straggly goatee beard at a rehearsal space in North London. "I came back from Australia because I'd been away for New Year, I was jet lagged and I was up really early in the morning, and I was like 'Are you fucking kidding me? This is the best Britain has to offer?' I couldn't believe it. I was watching it wanting to cry!" Hang out the bunting! Organise a street party! Because just when you thought British pop music was beyond saving, the cavalry has arrived. Having achieved multi-platinum album sales, sold out Wembly 11 times in 2004 and scored 4 number ones as part of Busted, Matt Willis has r…

Mustafa Sandal, commonly known as Musti, is a famous Turkish pop singer. He is fluent in English, Turkish, Italian and French. He emerged in the early 1990s with the revival of Turkish pop music and is one of the most successful pop singers in Turkey. Musti is famous in Europe for his songs "Moonlight" and "İsyankar" in countries such as Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. Early life Mustafa Sandal was born on January 11, 1970 in İstanbul. When he started school, his classmates and teachers quickly realized his talents in music. When Musti heard a song, he was immediately able to pick out the different instruments and their melodies throughout the music. He finished high…