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Michael Rolfe Gira ( / dʒəˈrɑː /; [6] born February 19, 1954) is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, author and artist. Now based in New Mexico, [7] [8] he founded the band Swans, in which he sings and plays guitar, in New York City in the 1980s at the height of the no wave movement.
YOUNG GOD RECORDS is the label run by Michael Gira, the founder and leader of the influential rock band Swans. The label showcases Gira's work with Swans and his post-Swans projects, such as Angels of Light, The Body, and Devendra Banhart.
Aug 8, 2023 · In support of Swans' latest record, The Beggar, Michael Gira dialed in with Guitar World to dig into his creative process, approach to longer compositions, gear choices, and his quick-hit opinion on the future of guitar.
Nov 23, 2019 · The Swans founder and frontman shares his musical influences, from The Doors and Freak Out! to Nico and John Cale. He also reveals his rebellious and adventurous youth, from running away in Europe to prison in Israel.
Oct 23, 2019 · The front man of the experimental rock band SWANS talks to NBHAP about his career, his creative process and his latest record. He reveals how he balances between fear of boredom and chaos, and how he makes sounds rather than music.
Sep 9, 2023 · The legendary experimental rock singer-songwriter talks about death, abjection, and humility in his latest LP, released in 2023. He also reflects on his career, San Francisco shows, and his book of lyrics.
Mar 12, 2013 · A 2013 interview with the founder of Swans, a legendary experimental rock band. Gira talks about his music, his fans, his travels, and his views on the Internet and fame.
