Phil Anselmo

Phil Anselmo
Anselmo performing with Pantera in 2022
Anselmo performing with Pantera in 2022
Background information
Birth namePhilip Hansen Anselmo
Born (1968-06-30) June 30, 1968 (age 56)
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • musician
  • record producer
DiscographyFull discography
Years active1981 (1981)–present
LabelsHousecore
Member of
Formerly of
Websitehousecorerecords.com

Philip Hansen Anselmo[2] (born June 30, 1968[3]) is an American heavy metal musician best known as the lead singer for Pantera, Down, and Superjoint, amongst other musical projects. He is the owner of Housecore Records.

Anselmo is regarded as one of the greatest frontmen in metal history,[4] known for being particularly animated and donning a machismo attitude that became emblematic of the general theme of Pantera. Earlier in his career with the band, Anselmo took considerable inspiration from heavy metal vocalists such as Rob Halford, singing in full head voice. However, he later became recognized for a more abrasive style of vocals.

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  3. ^ Larkin, Colin (2011). The Encyclopedia of Popular Music (5th Concise ed.). Omnibus Press. ISBN 9780857125958. Retrieved December 28, 2016 – via Google Books. {{cite book}}: |work= ignored (help)
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