Alex Ebert is a multifaceted American singer-songwriter and composer who is best known as the lead singer and songwriter of the Los Angeles-based indie folk band Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. His eclectic musical style blends elements of rock, folk, and psychedelic music, helping him to carve out a unique niche in the indie music scene. Born on May 12, 1978, Ebert's journey into music was somewhat unconventional; he started out in pursuit of a career in film before his distinct creative impulses led him to pursue making music as a profession.

Before his success with Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Ebert was part of the power pop group Ima Robot in the early 2000s. However, it was his role in shaping Edward Sharpe's narrative-centric, joyously expansive sound that brought him widespread recognition, particularly with the breakout hit "Home" in 2009. Aside from this ensemble success, Ebert has also cultivated a solo career, releasing music that allows him to explore more personal and introspective realms. Some of his recent work, including tracks like "Stronger," both in its original form and the Future Suit Mix, as well as "To Feel Alive" and "I vs I," encapsulate his ability to fuse introspective lyricism with an infectious, genre-bending sound. His work has a spiritual and philosophical depth, underlined by his belief in the transformative power of music. Ebert's contributions to the music industry have been acknowledged by a Golden Globe win for Best Original Score for his work on the 2013 film "All Is Lost."

Genres

Alternative Americana

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Latest Release

Tootie Ma

Alex Ebert•

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Single - Released August 4, 2023