Chris O'Neill

Chris O'Neill

Chris O'Neill is an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Nothing and former member of the bands The Menzingers and The Hotelier. He has also collaborated with other notable artists, including Mike Campbell and Courtney Barnett. O'Neill's music career spans multiple genres, including indie rock, punk, and folk.

Early life and education

Chris O'Neill grew up in a musical family and was exposed to various genres from an early age. He attended New School University in New York City, where he began to develop his music skills and eventually formed the band Nothing. During his time at university, O'Neill was influenced by the city's vibrant music scene, which included bands like TV on the Radio and Interpol.

Career

O'Neill's music career began in the early 2000s, when he joined the band The Hotelier as a guitarist and backing vocalist. He appeared on their 2010 album Home, Like Noplace Is There, which received critical acclaim from publications like Pitchfork and NME. In 2012, O'Neill formed the band Nothing with Aaron Maine, releasing their debut album Nothing in 2014 to positive reviews from The Guardian and Stereogum. O'Neill has also collaborated with The Menzingers, contributing vocals and guitar to their 2014 album Wopish and 2018's The Lookers.

Personal life

O'Neill is known to be private about his personal life, but has mentioned in interviews that he draws inspiration from his relationships and experiences. He has been open about his struggles with mental health and has used his music as a way to cope with anxiety and depression. O'Neill has cited artists like Bob Dylan and Tom Waits as influences on his music and approach to songwriting.

Filmography

As a musician, Chris O'Neill has contributed music to various film and television projects, including the HBO series The Leftovers and the film The One I Love. His music has also been featured in The New York Times and The Fader.

Discography

* Nothing: + Nothing (2014) + Eigan (2015) + Dance with Me (2018) * The Hotelier: + Home, Like Noplace Is There (2010) * The Menzingers: + Wopish (2014) + The Lookers (2018)

Category:American musicians