Dallon Weekes

Musician and songwriter for Panic! at the Disco

Dallon Weekes - Musician and songwriter for Panic! at the Disco
Born

May 4th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1981, this musician gained prominence as the bassist and co-songwriter for the band Panic! at the Disco. Contributing to the group during its early years, he helped shape its sound through creative songwriting and instrumentation. In addition to work with Panic! at the Disco, this artist has pursued solo projects, showcasing a range of musical styles. Collaborations with various artists have further expanded his musical repertoire, allowing exploration into different genres. The singer-songwriter has also been involved in the broader music community, influencing aspiring musicians through his work.

Played bass and co-wrote songs for Panic! at the Disco

Released solo music including the album 'You're a Shadow'

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