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Stan Ridgway
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Stanard "Stan" Ridgway (born April 5, 1954) is an American singer-songwriter, and film and television composer known for his distinctive voice, dramatic lyrical narratives, and eclectic solo albums. He was the original lead singer and a founding member of the band Wall of Voodoo.[1]
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Birth name | Stanard Ridgway Funsten |
Born | (1954-04-05) April 5, 1954 (age 70) Barstow, California, U.S. |
Genres | New wave, western music, electronic, industrial rock, film score, punk rock |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, piano, keyboards, synthesizers, harmonica |
Years active | 1977–present |
Labels | Restless, I.R.S., Geffen, Birdcage, New West |
Website | stanridgway |
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