Bob Hardy
Bass Player of the band Franz Ferdinand
Born
August 16th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1980, this English musician gained prominence as the bass player for the rock band Franz Ferdinand. The band's self-titled debut album, released in 2004, received critical acclaim and commercial success, winning the Mercury Prize. Their energetic sound and innovative music videos helped redefine the indie rock scene in the early 2000s. The band continued to release subsequent albums and maintained a strong following throughout their career, influencing a generation of musicians.
Performed on the album Franz Ferdinand
Won the Mercury Prize in 2004
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