Paul Banks (American singer)

Paul Banks
Paul Banks
	Banks performing in 2018
Background information
Also known as	Julian Plenti; DJ Fancypants;
Born	3 May 1978 (age 46); Clacton-on-Sea, England
Genres	Indie rock; post-punk revival; art pop; hip hop;
Occupations	Musician; singer; songwriter; DJ;
Instruments	Vocals; guitar; bass; piano; drums;
Years active	1997–present
Labels	Matador; Soft Limit; Warner Bros.; Capitol; EMI;
Member of	Interpol; Muzz; Banks & Steelz;

Paul Julian Banks (born 3 May 1978) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and DJ. Noted for his baritone singing voice, he is best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and studio bassist of the American rock band Interpol. He released a solo album called Julian Plenti is... Skyscraper in 2009 under the name Julian Plenti, though his solo material is now recorded under his real name.