Guy Garvey
Singer-songwriter and Elbow frontman
Born
March 6th, 1974
51 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1974, a musician who gained prominence as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the alternative rock band Elbow. The band achieved critical acclaim with the 2008 album, 'The Seldom Seen Kid,' which won the Mercury Prize. In addition to work with Elbow, ventured into solo projects and collaborated with various artists in the British music scene. Known for distinctive vocals and introspective lyrics, contributed to the soundtrack of several films and television shows. In 2020, released a solo album titled 'George,' showcasing personal themes and musical evolution.
Fronted the band Elbow to Mercury Prize winner
Released solo album 'George' in 2020
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