Jónsi
Icelandic musician
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Summary
Jónsi was born on April 23, 1975[1], in Reykjavík[2]. He has worked as a singer[3], guitarist[4], vocalist[5], singer-songwriter[6], and composer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,926 views/month, #6,966 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Iceland[9]
- Occupation: musician[10]
- Award received: Nordic Music Prize[11]
- Member of: Sigur Rós[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Sexual orientation: gay[14]
- Genre: baroque pop[15], post-metal[16], art rock[17], alternative rock[18], post-rock[19], ambient music[20], indie pop[21]
- Commons category: Jón Þór Birgisson[22]
- Voice type: countertenor[23]
- Given name: Jón[24]
- Pseudonym: Jonny B[25], Frakkur[26], Jónsi[27]
- Official website: http://jonsi.com/[28]
- Medical condition: one-eyed[29]
- Instrument: guitar[30], bass guitar[31], voice[32], harmonica[33], bass[34], banjo[35], musical keyboard[36]
- Nominated for: Satellite Award for Best Original Song[37]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Icelandic[38], English[39]
- Start of work period: 1992[40]
Why It Matters
Jónsi has Wikipedia articles in 22 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[41] He is known by 65 alternative names across languages and contexts.[42]
FAQs
Where was Jónsi born?
Jónsi's place of birth was Reykjavík[2].
What did Jónsi do for work?
Jónsi worked as a singer[3], guitarist[4], vocalist[5], singer-songwriter[6], and composer[7].
What awards did Jónsi receive?
Honors received include Nordic Music Prize[11].