Alex Kapranos
Alexander Paul Kapranos Huntley (born 20 March 1972), commonly known as Alex Kapranos, is an English[1] musician. He is the lead singer of Scottish band Franz Ferdinand. Kapranos was born in Almondsbury, Gloucestershire to an English mother and Greek father.
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 Kapranos performing live in 2009 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Alexander Paul Kapranos Huntley |
| Born | 20 March 1972 Almondsbury, Gloucestershire, England |
| Origin | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Genres | Indie rock, post-punk revival, indie pop, art rock |
| Occupation(s) | Guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer, writer |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar, bass guitar, keyboards |
| Years active | Early 1990s–present |
| Labels | Domino |
| Associated acts | Franz Ferdinand, The Yummy Fur, The Karelia, The Amphetameanies, Handsome Boy Modelling School |
| Website | www |
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Kapranos performing with Franz Ferdinand in October 2005
References
- ↑ "Music & Nightlife". Time Out Chicago.