Roger Manganelli

Singer-songwriter and bass player

Roger Manganelli - Singer-songwriter and bass player
Born

October 31st, 1974
50 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A Brazilian-American musician played bass for the band Less Than Jake and contributed as a songwriter. The band gained popularity in the 1990s and became associated with the ska-punk genre. The band released several albums, including 'Hello Rockview' and 'Borders & Boundaries,' which received widespread acclaim and solidified their place in the punk music scene. Manganelli's work with the band features a distinctive sound that combines contemporary punk elements with ska influences.

Played bass for Less Than Jake

Contributed to albums like 'Hello Rockview'

Helped create the band's distinctive ska-punk sound

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