Stan Ridgway

Stan Ridgway
Ridgway in 2009
Background information
Birth nameStanard Ridgway Funsten
Born (1954-04-05) April 5, 1954
Barstow, California, U.S.
GenresNew wave, western music, electronic, industrial rock, film score, punk rock
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, piano, keyboards, synthesizers, harmonica
Years active1977–present
LabelsRestless, I.R.S., Geffen, Birdcage, New West
Websitestanridgway.com

Stanard "Stan" Ridgway (born April 5, 1954) is an American singer-songwriter, and film and television composer known for his distinctive voice, dramatic lyrical narratives, and eclectic solo albums. He was the original lead singer and a founding member of the band Wall of Voodoo.