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Their musical style has varied dramatically with Russell Mael's distinctive wide-ranging voice (in particular his far-reaching falsetto) and Ron Mael's intricate and rhythmic keyboard playing style is the common thread throughout their fifty-year career.
Russell Craig Mael (born October 5, 1948) [1] is an American singer best known as the lead singer for the band Sparks which he formed in 1971 with his elder brother Ron Mael. Mael is known for his wide vocal range, in particular his far-reaching falsetto.
Ronald David Mael (born August 12, 1945) [1] is an American musician, songwriter, composer and record producer. [2] . He is the keyboard player and principal songwriter in the band Sparks which he founded with vocalist, occasional songwriter and younger brother Russell Mael in 1971.
Aug 5, 2021 · The enigmatic duo Ron and Russell Mael have gone from cult status to sustained success. Beverly D'Silva talks to the brothers about fame, failure and their highs and lows.
May 12, 2024 · Loud As a Crowd, Soft As a Doubt: Sparks on No. 1 in Heaven. Ron and Russell Mael discuss their magnum opus, working with Giorgio Moroder, how they felt their relevance was being threatened by...
Jun 18, 2021 · The band Sparks – really a duo, of L.A.-born brothers Russell and Ron Mael – is marking its fifth decade as a living enigma this year. As director Edgar Wright wonders in his new documentary,...
Aug 6, 2021 · Brothers Ron and Russell Mael have made music as Sparks for more than five decades, mostly under the radar despite superstar fans. Now, a new documentary and a buzzy musical put them in the...
