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Matt Bellamy: Biography, Facts and Career

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Matthew James Bellamy (born 9 June 1978) is an English musician and producer. He is the lead vocalist, guitarist, pianist, and lyricist for the English rock band Muse. He is recognised for his eccentric stage persona, wide tenor vocal range and musicianship. Bellamy was born in Cambridge. His family moved to Teignmouth, Devon, where he formed Muse with schoolmates. They released their debut album, Showbiz, in 1999. With Muse, Bellamy has won two Grammy Awards for Best Rock Album, for The Resistance (2009) and Drones (2015); two Brit Awards for Best British Live Act; five MTV Europe Music Awards; and eight NME Awards. Muse have sold over 30 million albums worldwide. In 2012, they received the Ivor Novello Award for International Achievement from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors. Bellamy has released solo compositions, and released a compilation of solo tracks, Cryosleep, in 2021. He plays bass in the supergroup the Jaded Hearts Club, and produced their debut album, You've Always Been Here (2020).

Quick facts about Matt Bellamy

  • Full name: Matt Bellamy
  • Born: 1978-06-09
  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q190576

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Who is Matt Bellamy?

Matthew James Bellamy (born 9 June 1978) is an English musician and producer.

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Matt Bellamy is United Kingdom.

When was Matt Bellamy born?

Matt Bellamy was born on 1978-06-09.

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