Roland Orzabal

English musician and Tears for Fears member

Roland Orzabal - English musician and Tears for Fears member
Born

August 22nd, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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A singer and musician, distinguished work includes being a founding member of the band Tears for Fears. The group gained prominence in the 1980s with the release of several successful albums. The album 'Songs from the Big Chair' achieved multi-platinum status and included hit singles such as 'Shout' and 'Everybody Wants to Rule the World.' Orzabal also contributed to the band's critically acclaimed album 'The Seeds of Love.'

Co-founded Tears for Fears

Released the album 'Songs from the Big Chair'

Contributed to 'The Seeds of Love'

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