Frank Black guitar chords and lyrics

Frank Black, often referred to as the “Godfather of Alternative Rock”, is a renowned American musician and songwriter. He is best known as the frontman of the influential alternative rock band Pixies, and for his successful solo career.

Frank Black was born in Boston, Massachusetts in 1965. Growing up in an Irish-Catholic family, he was exposed to a variety of music at an early age. He began playing guitar at the age of 12, and by his late teens had joined several local punk and rock bands. In 1986, he formed the Pixies with drummer David Lovering, bassist Kim Deal and guitarist Joey Santiago. The band enjoyed considerable success in Europe and the United States throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, releasing four studio albums between 1988 and 1993.

Following the Pixies’ breakup in 1993, Black embarked on a successful solo career. His first solo album, Frank Black, was released in 1993 to critical acclaim. He followed it up with Teenager of the Year (1994), The Cult of Ray (1996) and Fast Man Raider Man (2006). Throughout his solo career, Black has explored various styles of rock, from classic rock to punk to country-tinged folk. His lyrics are often inspired by literature, film and other aspects of popular culture.

In addition to his solo work, Black has collaborated with a variety of artists including Beck, Johnny Cash and The Breeders. He has also composed music for films including School of Rock (2003) and Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (2010). In 2014 he reunited with the Pixies for a world tour that featured new songs as well as classics from their back catalogue.

Frank Black is widely regarded as one of the most influential alternative rock musicians of all time. His music continues to influence generations of fans around the world, who appreciate his powerful voice and unique songwriting style.