Andrew VanWyngarden

Singer-songwriter for MGMT

Andrew VanWyngarden - Singer-songwriter for MGMT
Born

February 1st, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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American singer-songwriter and musician. Co-founded the band MGMT, which gained prominence in the late 2000s. Released the album 'Oracular Spectacular' in 2007, featuring hit singles such as 'Time to Pretend' and 'Electric Feel.' Contributed to the creative direction and songwriting for the band's subsequent albums, including 'Congratulations' and 'Little Dark Age.' The band's music blended elements of psychedelic pop and electronic rock, receiving critical acclaim and commercial success.

Co-founded the band MGMT

Released the album 'Oracular Spectacular'

Achieved hit singles like 'Electric Feel'

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