What is David Sylvian's full name?
David Alan Batt
David Sylvian date of birth:
February 23, 1958
How old is David Sylvian?
68
Where was David Sylvian born?
Beckenham, Kent
Is David Sylvian gay or straight?
Straight
What is David Sylvian's ethnicity?
White
What is David Sylvian nationality?
English
What is David Sylvian's occupation?
Musician
David Sylvian claim to fame:
Lead singer & songwriter of the band Japan.
What genre is David Sylvian's work?
New wave, art rock, ambient, electronic, avant-garde, jazz, alternative rock, classical, Art rock, art pop, new wave, experimental, world music
Short Biography
David Sylvian (born David Alan Batt, 23 February 1958) is an English singer-songwriter and musician who came to prominence in the late 1970s as the lead vocalist and main songwriter in the group Japan. His subsequent solo work is described by AllMusic critic Jason Ankeny as "a far-ranging and esoteric career that encompassed not only solo projects but also a series of fascinating collaborative efforts." Sylvian's solo work has been influenced by a variety of musical styles and genres, including jazz, avant-garde, ambient, electronic, and progressive rock.