Isaac Brock (musician)
Isaac Brock | |
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Brock performing in 2010 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Isaac Kristofer Brock |
| Born | July 9, 1975 Helena, Montana, U.S. |
| Genres | Indie rock, indie folk, experimental music |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, ukulele, piano, banjo |
| Years active | 1992–present |
| Labels | Epic, Sub Pop, Up Records, K Records |
| Member of | Modest Mouse |
| Formerly of | Ugly Casanova |
Isaac Kristofer Brock (born July 9, 1975) is an American musician and singer-songwriter. He is the lead vocalist, principal songwriter, guitarist and only constant member of the indie rock band Modest Mouse, as well as his side project band, Ugly Casanova.
As a songwriter, Brock is noted for his wordplay and frequent use of metaphors, philosophical lyrics, themes of authentic rural lifestyles, and phrases and sayings commonly used in the early to mid-20th century and in blue collar environments. Brock is the sole founding member of Modest Mouse still with the band; he is also the only member to appear on all of its studio albums.