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Wes Borland | |
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| Birth name | Wesley Louden Borland |
| Born | Birth date -1st March 1966 Richmond, Virginia, U.S. |
| Origin | Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. |
| Genres | Nu metal, alternative metal, industrial metal, electronic rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, record producer |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals, bass guitar, keyboards |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Labels | Interscope Records, Geffen Records, Edison Sound |
Wesley Louden Borland (born February 7, 1975) is an American rock musician and guitarist, best known as the lead guitarist of the nu metal band Limp Bizkit. He is also the lead vocalist and guitarist for the industrial rock band Black Light Burns and a member of the metal band Big Dumb Face.
Early life[edit | edit source]
Wes Borland was born in Richmond, Virginia, and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. He developed an interest in music at an early age and began playing the guitar during his teenage years. Borland attended the Douglas Anderson School of the Arts in Jacksonville, Florida, where he honed his musical skills.
Career[edit | edit source]
Limp Bizkit[edit | edit source]
In 1994, Borland joined Limp Bizkit, a band formed by Fred Durst, Sam Rivers, and John Otto. The band gained popularity with their debut album, Three Dollar Bill, Y'all, released in 1997. Borland's unique guitar playing and stage presence contributed significantly to the band's success. He is known for his elaborate stage outfits and body paint, which have become a trademark of his performances.
Borland left Limp Bizkit in 2001 but rejoined the band in 2004. He has since been an integral part of the band's lineup, contributing to albums such as Results May Vary, Gold Cobra, and Still Sucks.
Black Light Burns[edit | edit source]
In 2005, Borland formed Black Light Burns, an industrial rock band where he serves as the lead vocalist and guitarist. The band released their debut album, Cruel Melody, in 2007, followed by The Moment You Realize You're Going to Fall in 2012.
Other projects[edit | edit source]
Borland has been involved in various other musical projects, including Big Dumb Face, a metal band known for its humorous and experimental style. He has also collaborated with bands such as From First to Last and Marilyn Manson.
Personal life[edit | edit source]
Borland is known for his artistic talents beyond music, including painting and sculpting. He has a distinctive visual style that he incorporates into his stage performances and album artwork.
Discography[edit | edit source]
With Limp Bizkit[edit | edit source]
- Three Dollar Bill, Y'all (1997)
- Significant Other (1999)
- Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water (2000)
- Results May Vary (2003)
- Gold Cobra (2011)
- Still Sucks (2021)
With Black Light Burns[edit | edit source]
- Cruel Melody (2007)
- The Moment You Realize You're Going to Fall (2012)
With Big Dumb Face[edit | edit source]
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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