Quick Facts
| Canonical Name | Alex Turner |
| Born | January 6, 1986 |
| Birthplace | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, England, United Kingdom |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Occupations | singer, singer-songwriter, guitarist |
| Instruments | voice, guitar |
| Gender | male |
| Genres | rock music, alternative rock, indie rock |
| Associated Acts | Arctic Monkeys, The Last Shadow Puppets |
| Active Years | Active since 2002 |
Identity and Aliases
Biography
Alex Turner is a British musician from Sheffield, England, whose name is closely tied to Arctic Monkeys. As a singer, singer-songwriter, and guitarist, he has worked in rock, alternative rock, and indie rock since 2002.
Turner’s voice and guitar work have been central to his profile, whether in Arctic Monkeys or through his work with The Last Shadow Puppets. His career has developed from Sheffield roots into a broader place in British rock.
MusicBrainz-listed entries associated with Alex Turner include the EP Submarine and the single Vertigo, along with other catalogued recordings connected to his name. His name variants include Alexander David Turner and Alex.
Career Timeline
Musical Roles
Singer, singer-songwriter, and guitarist; voice and guitar are his listed instruments.
Bands and Projects
Releases and Appearances
MusicBrainz lists several release entries connected to Alex Turner. These entries may include solo releases, guest appearances, live recordings, and catalogued metadata records.
MusicBrainz-listed Releases and Appearances
Live Recordings & Bootlegs
Recorded Performances & Appearances
MusicBrainz-listed recording entries connected to Alex Turner include:
Musical Style and Instruments
Alex Turner is associated with rock music, alternative rock, and indie rock. His work is centered on vocals and guitar, giving his songs a strong singer-songwriter and guitar-driven character.
Genres
Instruments
Collaborations and Guest Relationships
External Identifiers & Authority Control
Alex Turner has profile entries across major music and authority databases, including MusicBrainz, Discogs, Spotify, IMDb, VIAF, ISNI, GND, and the Library of Congress.
Semantic Graph Data (Knowledge Graph)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Alex Turner best known for working with?
A: He is best known for his work with Arctic Monkeys. He is also a member of The Last Shadow Puppets.
Q: Where was Alex Turner born?
A: He was born in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, in England, United Kingdom.
Q: What is Alex Turner's musical role?
A: He is listed as a singer, singer-songwriter, and guitarist. His instruments are voice and guitar.
Q: What styles is Alex Turner associated with?
A: He is associated with rock music, alternative rock, and indie rock.
Q: When did Alex Turner begin his career?
A: His work period is listed as starting in 2002.
Q: What release entries are connected to Alex Turner?
A: Selected release entries connected to him include Submarine and Vertigo. A broadcast entry titled Strange (triple j Like a Version) is also listed.
Q: What are some recordings associated with Alex Turner?
A: Associated recordings include "Piledriver Waltz," "Glass in the Park," "Hiding Tonight," and "Stuck on the Puzzle."
Q: Does Alex Turner have other name variants?
A: Yes. Name variants listed for him include Alexander David Turner and Alex.