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Jon Thor Birgisson

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Born April 23, 1975 · Iceland

Also known as Jónsi · Jonsi · Jón Þór Birgisson

Biography

Jón Þór "Jónsi" Birgisson is an Icelandic musician; he is the vocalist and multi-instrumentalist for the Icelandic post-rock band Sigur Rós. He is known for his use of a cello bow on guitar and his falsetto or countertenor voice.

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Awards & recognition

  • Nordic Music Prize · 2010
  • Satellite Award — Best Original Song · 2011 · nominated

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