Art Alexakis
Art Alexakis
Arthur Paul "Art" Alexakisis an American musician best known as the singer, composer, and guitarist of the rock band Everclear. He has been a member of several notable bands, in addition to his own work as a songwriter for other artists. Alexakis founded several record labels throughout his career, and worked as an A&R representative for major record labels, between and during his own musical projects. Later he became a political activist, and lobbied for special concerns which included drug...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionRock Singer
Date of Birth12 April 1962
CityLos Angeles, CA
CountryUnited States of America
I think The Police made five great records and then called it a day. They went out on top.
I've always kind of been a little skeptical about bands that won't play their hits. That's really arrogant to me as a music fan. I do want to hear obscure songs, but like most people, I want to hear the hits, so we always play them.
One of the things about being a boy, especially growing up without a father, is you really don't have that role model to teach you how to do things.
I'm constantly working, even when I'm at home.
My favorite drive is Highway 101 in California between Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo. I love the 101; Highway 1 is too windy, and 5 is too boring - the 101 is just right. It's like the Mama Bear of scenic drives.