Ezra Koenig
Ezra Koenig
Ezra Michael Koenig is an American musician, singer, and songwriter. He is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the indie rock band Vampire Weekend...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPop Singer
Date of Birth8 April 1984
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States of America
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