Grant Nicholas
Singer-songwriter and guitarist for Feeder
Born
November 12th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A Welsh singer-songwriter and guitarist, notable for being the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the rock band Feeder. Formed in the early 1990s, the band gained prominence with a series of successful albums, notably 'Polythene' and 'Echo Park'. They achieved commercial success in the UK, with several singles reaching the top of the charts. The band's emotional lyrics and energetic performances garnered a dedicated fan base. In addition to work with Feeder, solo projects also showcased songwriting abilities.
Lead vocalist and guitarist for Feeder
Released albums such as 'Polythene' and 'Echo Park'
Achieved multiple UK chart-topping singles
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