Sebastien Grainger

Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist

Sebastien Grainger - Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

April 11th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

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This Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist gained recognition as the lead vocalist and drummer of the rock band Death from Above 1979. The band released the critically acclaimed album 'You're a Woman, I'm a Machine' in 2004, which featured a unique blend of punk and electronic music. After the hiatus of the band, ventured into a solo career, releasing albums such as 'Sebastien Grainger & The Mountains' in 2011. The artist's work is known for its energetic style and incorporation of various musical influences, contributing to the indie rock scene.

Led the band Death from Above 1979

Released the album 'You're a Woman, I'm a Machine'

Pursued a solo career with 'Sebastien Grainger & The Mountains'

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