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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