Cerys Matthews

Welsh singer-songwriter and author

Cerys Matthews - Welsh singer-songwriter and author
Born

April 11th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1969, this individual is a singer-songwriter, author, and radio presenter. The music career began as the lead vocalist for the band Catatonia, which achieved commercial success in the late 1990s. The band gained recognition with hits such as 'Road Rage' and 'Mulder and Scully'. After the band disbanded, an extensive solo career developed, featuring multiple albums and collaborations with various artists. This individual also hosts a music and chat show on BBC Radio 6 Music, showcasing a variety of musical genres and promoting new talent.

Lead vocalist for the band Catatonia

Hits include 'Road Rage' and 'Mulder and Scully'

Solo albums and radio presenting

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