Geologist | |
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&sq=Qlik&lang=&file=File:Geologist.png) Geologist performing live | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Brian Ross Weitz[1] |
| Born | March 26, 1979 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, environmental lobbyist |
| Instrument(s) | Electronics, sampler, sequencer, vocals, percussion, synthesizer, hurdy gurdy |
Brian Ross Weitz (born March 26, 1979), also known by his stage name Geologist, is a musician best known as a member of the experimental pop group Animal Collective. He provides electronic sound manipulations and samples for the band.
Weitz grew up in Philadelphia and Baltimore[2] and lives in Washington, DC.[3] His nickname comes from a friend mistaking his major in college, as well as the headlamp he wears in order to see his electronic equipment during live shows.[4]
- ^ [1][dead link]
- ^ Animal Collective's Brian Weitz: The New Gay Interview, September 27, 2007
- ^ Richards, Chris (September 30, 2012). "Animal Collective interview: Brian Weitz (Geologist) on living in D.C." – via www.washingtonpost.com.
- ^ WNYC's "Spinning on Air," July 30, 2004, second hour.