Robert Del Naja

British musician and artist, Massive Attack

Robert Del Naja - British musician and artist, Massive Attack
Born

January 21st, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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An artist and musician, primarily recognized as a founding member of the musical group Massive Attack. The group helped define the trip-hop genre in the 1990s. Contributions to the music industry include significant involvement in the creation of the album 'Blue Lines,' which is considered one of the first works of that genre. In addition to music, also engaged in visual art and political activism, expressing social and political views through various mediums.

Co-founded Massive Attack in 1988

Released 'Blue Lines' in 1991

Pioneered the trip-hop genre

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