Russell Leetch

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Russell Leetch

Russell Jonathan Leetch (born 5 March 1982) is an English bass guitarist who plays with Birmingham-based indie rock band Editors. He studied music technology at University of Staffordshire where he met his fellow Editors band members. He went to secondary school at Arden School, Knowle.

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Leetch at the Eurockéennes 2007
Background information
Birth nameRussell Jonathan Leetch
Born (1982-03-05) 5 March 1982 (age 43)
OriginSolihull, England
GenresIndie rock
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Bass guitar, vocals, piano
Years active2004–present
LabelsKitchenware
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He used to work with bandmate Tom Smith in a call centre before the band got a record deal. His favourite bands are Radiohead and Spiritualized.[1][2]

In February 2008, Leetch remixed The Hives single "T.H.E.H.I.V.E.S.", where it featured as a b-side on the single.[3] He also directed the video to the Editors single "Bones" which was released in Europe.[4]

He ran the 2008 New York City Marathon for charity.[5] In April 2011 Leetch ran the London Marathon along with lead singer Tom Smith. They raised over £10,000 for Oxfam.

He supports Aston Villa F.C.[6]

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