David Sylvian
David Sylvian David Sylvian, November 1982 Background information Birth name David Alan Batt Born (1958-02-23) 23 February 1958 (age 56) Origin Beckenham, Kent, England Genres New wave, art rock, ambient, electronic, avant-garde, jazz, alternative rock, classical Years active 1974–present Labels Virgin, Samadhisound Associated acts Japan, Nine Horses, Robert Fripp, Rain Tree Crow Website www.davidsylvian.com David Sylvian (born David Alan Batt, 23 February 1958) is an English singer-songwriter and musician who came to prominence in the late 1970s as the lead vocalist and main songwriter in the group Japan. His subsequent solo work is described by AllMusic critic Jason Ankeny as "a far-ranging and esoteric career that encompassed not only solo projects but also a series of fascinating collaborative efforts." Sylvian's solo work has been influenced by a variety of musical styles and genres, including jazz, avant-garde, ambient, electronic, and progressive rock.