Jesse F. Keeler
Canadian bass player for Death from Above 1979
A Canadian musician, known primarily as the bass player and one half of the electronic rock duo Death from Above 1979. The duo gained prominence in the early 2000s with their distinctive sound characterized by a blend of punk rock and dance music. The debut album, "You're a Woman, I'm a Machine," released in 2004, included hit tracks that contributed to the band's rise in the music scene. Keeler's style and innovative approach to bass playing were integral to the band's energetic performances. They took a hiatus after successful tours and reunited in 2011, continuing to release new music and perform globally.
Released the album 'You're a Woman, I'm a Machine'
Formed the band Death from Above 1979
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René Clair
French film director and screenwriter
Born
November 11th, 1898 127 years ago
Died
March 15th, 1981 45 years ago — 82 years old
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Chilean-Italian painter and sculptor
Born
November 11th, 1911 114 years ago
Died
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American lawyer and espionage figure
Born
November 11th, 1904 121 years ago
Died
November 15th, 1996 29 years ago — 92 years old
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Born
November 11th, 1896 129 years ago
Died
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American actor in classic films
Born
November 11th, 1909 116 years ago
Died
1973 53 years ago — 64 years old
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American astronomer and academic
Born
November 11th, 1914 111 years ago
Died
2005 21 years ago — 91 years old
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