Paul Banks

Biography

Paul Banks is a British-American musician best known as the lead vocalist, lyricist, and guitarist for the acclaimed indie rock band Interpol. With his distinctive baritone voice, he became a defining figure in the early 2000s post-punk revival. Beyond Interpol's success with albums like 'Turn on the Bright Lights', Banks has cultivated a diverse solo career. He has released music under his own name, such as the album 'Banks', and the alias *Julian Plenti*. His creative range extends to collaborations, including the hip-hop project Banks & Steelz with *RZA* of the *Wu-Tang Clan* and the indie supergroup Muzz.