Nicola Sirkis
French singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
June 22nd, 1959
65 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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A prominent figure in French music, significant contributions include being the lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Indochine. The band gained recognition in the 1980s with the hit single "L'Aventurier," which helped establish their popularity. Indochine's music incorporates new wave and pop rock elements, and they achieved substantial commercial success in the French-speaking world. The band went on to release multiple albums, with several reaching high positions on music charts. Sirkis also participated in various cultural initiatives and does philanthropic work.
Lead vocalist and guitarist of Indochine
Achieved popularity with the single 'L'Aventurier'
Released multiple chart-topping albums
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