Mike Patton

Singer and composer of various genres

Mike Patton - Singer and composer of various genres
Born

January 27th, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Recognized for versatility as a singer and composer. Fronted the rock band Faith No More, achieving commercial success with the album 'The Real Thing' in 1989. Formed the experimental band Tomahawk, exploring diverse musical styles. Also contributed to projects like Mr. Bungle and Fantômas, further showcasing creative range. In addition to music, provided voice work for video games and animated films, adding a unique vocal dimension to various characters.

Fronted Faith No More, achieving critical acclaim

Led the band Mr. Bungle with eclectic style

Voiced characters in video games like 'The Darkness'

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