Keith Flint
English singer-songwriter of The Prodigy
Born
September 17th, 1969
55 years ago
Died
2019
6 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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Emergence in the music scene occurred in the early 1990s as the frontman of the electronic band The Prodigy. Contributed significantly to the genre with a distinctive vocal style and energetic performances. The album 'The Fat of the Land' achieved commercial success and included hits such as 'Firestarter' and 'Breathe.' Flint also played a role in the band's image, becoming an icon of the rave culture.
Fronted the band The Prodigy
Performed classic tracks 'Firestarter' and 'Breathe'
Contributed to the album 'The Fat of the Land'
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