Marc Almond
Marc Almond
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Marc Almond is a British singer-songwriter and musician. He is best known as the lead vocalist of the synth-pop duo Soft Cell.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on July 9, 1957, in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, England. Still active in music.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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British singer-songwriter and musician.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a musical family, Marc Almond was exposed to various genres of music from an early age. He developed a passion for singing and songwriting, which would later become the foundation of his career. After completing his education, Almond moved to London to pursue a career in music.
Major Accomplishments
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Founding member and lead vocalist of Soft Cell, one of the most influential synth-pop bands of all time.
Released several critically acclaimed solo albums, including "The Stars We Are" (1993) and "Open Hat" (2003).
Collaborated with artists such as Bronski Beat's Jimmy Somerville and The The's Matt Johnson.Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Marc Almond's most notable works include:
Soft Cell's debut single, "Memorabilia," released in 1981.
The duo's breakthrough hit, "Tainted Love," a cover of Gloria Jones' 1965 song.
Solo albums like "The Starcrab" (1992), which featured the hit single "The Desperate Planet."
Impact and Legacy
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Marc Almond has had a profound impact on the music industry. His innovative approach to synthesizer-based pop has influenced generations of musicians, including Depeche Mode's Martin Gore and Moby. Soft Cell's unique sound and style have been cited as an inspiration by artists such as David Guetta and Lady Gaga.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Marc Almond is widely quoted and remembered for his:
Innovative approach to synthesizer-based pop music.
Powerful, emotive vocals that have captivated audiences worldwide.
* Fearless exploration of themes like love, death, and the human condition in his lyrics.
Through his work with Soft Cell and as a solo artist, Marc Almond has left an indelible mark on the music world. His influence can be heard in various genres, from electronic to pop to rock.
Quotes by Marc Almond
Marc Almond's insights on:
For me it always comes down to what is a good song and I’m very old fashioned in the way that I like to make songs that have something classic about them whether you can play them with an orchestra or an electro synthesizer or an acoustic guitar.
People always go on about sleaze, but I think it’s only a small part of what I write about.
Russians have a new freedom, but as long as they don’t express that freedom on a public platform.
Sometimes, with autobiographies, it turns into a bit of score-settling. And looking back, I don’t feel the way I did then, and you kind of grow up and let it go behind you.
I’ve always been the sort of person who immerses myself in things, and eventually you become part of that life.
So often, the singer is the sound of the record. People think they can cover anything, but the whole voice is the thing that’s unrepeatable.
When people talk about gender-benders and bracket me with George, I always think I’m not like that. I had more of a rock edge, mixed with the 80s electro.