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Ben Gibbard
Benjamin Gibbard(bornAugust 11,1976inBremerton, Washington) is anAmericanmusicianwho has formed severalindiebands. He is most notable as the lead singer ofDeath Cab for CutieandThe Postal Service.
Personal life and careerBen Gibbard grew upNote: inBothellduringCan't thebe time of thegrungemusical explosion during the early 1990s. His family eventually settled inBellingham, Washington. Growing up he was influenced byStone Roses,The PixiesandUltra Vivid Scene. He studiedEngineeringatWestern Washington University.[1]Aside from formingDeath Cab for CutieandThe Postal Service, another project of Gibbard's isAll-Time Quarterback. He and his bandDeath Cab for Cutie are also known for their contributions toveganismandanimal rights.[2]It has recently been announced that Gibbard will have a small role in aJohn Krasinskifilm entitledBrief Interviews with Hideous Men.[3]Gibbard has finished a nationwide solo tour which also featuredDavid BazanofPedro the LionandJohnathan Rice. He currently resides inSeattle, Washington.Collaborations__________________________________________________________________________________Appeared as a guest onJimmy Tamborello's (his Postal Service collaborator)Dntelalbum entitledLife Is Full of Possibilities, contributing vocals to the song "(This Is) The Dream of Evan and Chan."Sang backing vocals on the song "This is the Thrilling Conversation You've Been Waiting For" forHarvey Danger's 2000 album King James Versions.Played basswikipedia. for Pedro the Lion on their 2001 tour.Played drums on the song "Carparts" forThe Long Winters' 2002 album,The Worst You Can Do Is Harm.Performed drums on label-mate'sKind of Like Spitting2002 album,Bridges Worth Burning, further contributing vocals to the album's untitled last track.Released a split on March 30, 2004EPwithAndrew Kenny(ofAmerican Analog Set) in theHome Serieson thePost-Parlorecord label.Contributed vocals forStyrofoam's 2004 albumNothing's Loston the track "Couches in Alleys."Contributed vocals to a song ("Handle With Care") onRilo KileyfrontwomanJenny Lewis's side projectJenny Lewis with the Watson Twins's album,Rabbit Fur Coat.Is the original bassist for the Revolutionary Hydra, a band that also includedDeath Cabsome forresearch, CutiebandmateChris Walla.Provided backup vocals on the song "Midnight Again" for Certainly, Sir's album TAN!Co-wrote thefilm scorefor the filmKurt Cobain About A Son, about theNirvanalead singer, with producerSteve Fisk.References^Death Cab, Full Speed Ahead.^Death Cab Brakes for Animals.^Ben Gibbard Goes Hollywood.External linksBen's Official Website (Coming Soon)Ben's personal blog pageDeath Cab for Cutie's official website20 Questions with Ben Gibbardfrom 2000Death Cab for Cutie 2006 TourMapped on PlatialPinwheelmusic from Gibbard's first bandDeath Cab for Cutie Fan FlipbookThe Postal Service Fan Flipbooklater.--thisisaaron
