Troy Sanders
Singer-songwriter and bass player
Born
September 8th, 1973
51 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1973, this American musician gained recognition as the bassist and vocalist of the metal band Mastodon, which formed in 2000. The band is known for its complex musical style and lyrical themes. Their album 'Crack the Skye' received critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award. The band has toured extensively and has performed at major music festivals worldwide.
Served as bassist and vocalist for Mastodon
Released the Grammy-nominated album 'Crack the Skye'
Participated in international tours and festivals
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