Rufus Wainwright

Rufus Wainwright (born July 22, 1973) is a Canadian-American singer-songwriter. Since 1998, he has recorded five albums of original music, several EPs, and numerous tracks included on compilations and film soundtracks. In addition to his baritone singing voice, he plays both piano and the guitar, often switching between the two instruments when performing live. While some of his songs feature just Wainwright with his piano, his later work is often accompanied by rock instrumentation or a symphony orchestra, displaying complex layering and harmonies with an operatic feel. Wainwright is an avid opera fan, and the influences on his music are evident. Some of Wainwright's songs have been described as "Popera" (Pop Opera) or "Baroque Pop". Rufus Wainwright has played in Spain several times this year. Last summer he gave a memorable performance at the FIB, and he has just given sold-out concerts in some Spanish cities (Málaga and Madrid) in his European Tour. Going to a Town is one of the tracks from Release the Stars, his fifth and latest album. (Click on the link to hear the song.)♥