Brittany Howard

Singer-songwriter and guitarist

Brittany Howard - Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

October 2nd, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in contemporary music, this artist co-founded the Grammy Award-winning band Alabama Shakes. The music blends rock, blues, and soul, showcasing immense vocal talent and songwriting skills. In 2020, released a solo album titled 'Jaime', receiving critical acclaim. This project highlighted personal themes and showcased versatility beyond the band’s work.

Co-founded Alabama Shakes

Released solo album 'Jaime'

Won multiple Grammy Awards

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