Aaron Stainthorpe

Singer-songwriter and My Dying Bride frontman

Aaron Stainthorpe - Singer-songwriter and My Dying Bride frontman
Born

November 12th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1968, this English-German singer-songwriter gained prominence as the lead vocalist of the doom metal band My Dying Bride. The band's debut album, 'As the Flower Withers', released in 1992, established a distinctive sound within the genre, combining heavy instrumentation with poignant lyrics. Over the years, the band released several acclaimed albums, contributing to the evolution of gothic and doom metal. The artist's unique vocal style and lyrical depth have garnered a dedicated fanbase, firmly positioning the band in the metal scene.

Fronted My Dying Bride since 1990

Released 'As the Flower Withers' in 1992

Contributed to multiple acclaimed albums

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