Alex Turner is a versatile and influential singer and musician who has rocked the rock music world with his unique voice and style.
He is the lead singer and primary songwriter for the Arctic Monkeys, one of the most successful and acclaimed bands of the 21st century.
He has also collaborated with other artists, such as with Miles Kane on The Last Shadow Puppet, and created personal works, such as the soundtrack for the film Submarine.
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- Full name: Alexander David Turner
- Date of Birth: January 6, 1986
- Age: 38
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Sheffield, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: singer, musician, songwriter, producer
- Height: 1.8 m (5 ft 11 in)
- Parents: Penny (née Druce) and David Turner
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Partner: Louise Verneuil
- Children: None
- Relationship Status: Dating
- Net worth: $35 million
Early life and education
Alex Turner will be 38 years old in 2024. He was born on January 6, 1986 in Sheffield, England, to parents Penny and David Turner, both of whom were secondary school teachers.
An only child, he grew up in the suburb of High Green. He attended Stocksbridge High School, where he met his future bandmates Jamie Cook and Matt Helders. He later transferred to Barnsley College, where he studied music, English and psychology.
Turner developed an interest in music at an early age, thanks to his parents’ record collection, which included records by the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Kinks, and David Bowie. He also listened to rap and hip-hop, such as songs by Eminem and Dr. Dre.
He began learning to play guitar when his father bought him a second-hand acoustic guitar for Christmas at the age of 15. He soon began writing songs, inspired by John Lennon and Morrissey.
Personal life
Alex Turner has been through several relationships during his career, some of which have influenced his music.
From 2005 to 2007, he dated musician Johanna Bennett. She performed on the hit song “Fluorescent Teens” He then dated model and television host Alexa Chung from 2007 to 2011.
She was the inspiration for many of his songs, such as “cornerstone” and”Take a breath and see” He also dated actress and comedian Arielle Vandenberg from 2011 to 2014.
She appeared in the music video “Are you mine?” by Arctic Monkeys. He then dated model Taylor Bagley from 2015 to 2018.
She has his name tattooed on her arm. He is dating French singer-songwriter Louise Verneuil, whom he met in 2019. They have been spotted together in Paris, Los Angeles and London.
Turner does not have children and has stated that he does not want them. He is an introvert and does not like to talk about his personal life in interviews. He prefers to express himself through his music and lyrics.
He is also known for his ever-changing appearance and fashion sense, which often reflects his musical evolution.
He has had various hairstyles, such as long hair, pompadour, crew cut and full beard, and he has worn different outfits, such as leather jackets, suits, sportswear and sunglasses.
Profession
Alex Turner’s career began in 2002 when he formed the band Arctic Monkeys with friends Jamie Cooke, Matt Helders and Andy Nicholson. The band began playing local bars and clubs and gained a loyal fan base through the internet.
In 2006 they released their debut album Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I Am Not, which became the fastest-selling debut album in UK history.
The album includes the following songs: “I Bet You Look Great on the Dance Floor,” “When the Sun Goes Down,” and “Fake Stories from San Francisco.” The album won the Mercury Prize and several Brit Awards, establishing Arctic Monkeys as one of the most popular and influential bands of the decade.
The band continued to find success with subsequent albums such as Favourite Worst Nightmare (2007), Humbug (2009), Suck It and See (2011), AM (2013), and Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino (2018).
Each album showcased the band’s musical diversity and experimentation, from garage rock to psychedelic rock, glam rock to lounge pop.
The band has sold over 20 million albums worldwide and has won numerous awards, including seven Brit Awards, four NME Music Awards, three Q Music Awards and a Grammy Award.
In addition to the Arctic Monkeys, Turner has worked on other musical projects such as The Last Shadow Puppets, which he formed in 2007 with his friend, singer and guitarist Miles Kane, and his own solo work.
In 2008, the duo released their debut album, The Age of the Understatement, which incorporated orchestral arrangements and was influenced by Scott Walker and David Axelrod. The album was nominated for the Mercury Prize and won an NME Award.
In 2016, the duo released their second album, Everything You’ve Come to Expect, which featured more diverse and complex sounds and themes. The duo also performed live with guests such as Zach Dawes, James Ford, Owen Pallett and Lana Del Rey.
Turner also released his solo album Submarine in 2011, which was the soundtrack to the film of the same name directed by Richard Ayoade. The album consists of six original tracks and has been described as “lovely, poignant and intimate”.
The album received critical acclaim and was nominated for an Ivor Novello Award.Turner has also collaborated with artists such as Josh Holm, Alexandre Savio, Mini Mansions, and Dua Lipa.
Awards
Alex Turner has won many awards during his career, both as a member of the band Arctic Monkeys and as a solo artist. Some of the most notable awards are:
- In 2006, Arctic Monkeys’ “Whatever People Say I Am, That’s Not What I Am” won the Mercury Prize
- Arctic Monkeys wins 2006 British Breakthrough Artist Award
- Brit Award for British Album of the Year (2007, 2008, 2014, 2019) for Favourite Worst Nightmare, Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not, AM and Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino by Arctic Monkeys
- Arctic Monkeys won the Brit Award for Best British Band (2008, 2014, 2019)
- Arctic Monkeys won the NME Best British Band Award (2007, 2008, 2014, 2019)
- NME Best Album Award (2007, 2014, 2019), including Best of the Best Worst Nightmare, AM and Arctic Monkeys’ Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino
- Arctic Monkeys won NME Track of the Year for “I Bet You Look Good” and “Do I Want to Know?” (2006, 2013)
- Arctic Monkeys’ “Fluorescent Adolescent” and The Last Shadow Puppets’ “Everything You’ve Come to Expect” won NME Best Video Awards (2008, 2016)
- Arctic Monkeys wins NME Best Live Band Award (2007, 2014)
- Alex Turner wins NME Hero of the Year Award (2007, 2014)
- Alex Turner wins NME Best Dressed Award (2008, 2014)
- Arctic Monkeys wins Best Act in the World Today Award (2007, 2014)
- Q Best Album Award (2007, 2014) – The Most Popular Worst Nightmare and AM by Arctic Monkeys
- Q Best Track 2006, 2013: “When the Sun Goes Down” and “Do I Want to Know?” by Arctic Monkeys
- Arctic Monkeys won the Q Award for Best Live Act (2007, 2014)
- Arctic Monkeys wins 2015 Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance for “Do I Wanna Know?”
dispute
Alex Turner has faced controversy and criticism throughout his career, mostly due to his ever-changing image, attitude, and musical style.
Some of his fans and critics accused him of being arrogant, pretentious or sellout, especially after he moved to Los Angeles and adopted a more glamorous and American image.
Some of his actions, like throwing a microphone at the 2014 Brit Awards or saying “rock and roll will never die” at the 2019 NME Awards, have been seen as rude or arrogant.
Some of his music, such as the experimental and conceptual “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino,” has divided listeners and received mixed reviews.
However, Turner defended his artistic choices and said he wanted to continue to improve and challenge himself as a musician. He also maintained his sense of humor and self-deprecation, expressing respect and gratitude to fans and peers.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @alexturnered
- Twitter: @ArcticMonkeys
Discography
Alex Turner has released many albums and songs as a member of the band Arctic Monkeys and as a solo artist.
Some of his discography are as follows:
- Whatever People Say I Am, That’s Not What I Am (2006) – Arctic Monkeys’ debut album, featuring songs like “I Bet You Look Good on the Dance Floor,” “When the Sun Goes Down,” and “Fake Stories from San Francisco.”
- Favorite Worst Nightmare (2007) – The second album by Arctic Monkeys, featuring songs like “Brianstorm,” “Fluorescent Adolescent,” and “505.”
- The Age of Understatement (2008) – The debut album by The Last Shadow Puppets, featuring songs like “The Age of Understatement,” “Stand Next to Me,” and “My Mistakes Were Made for You.”
- Humbug (2009) – The third album by Arctic Monkeys, featuring songs like “Crying Lightning,” “Cornerstone,” and “Pretty Visitors.”
- Submarine (2011) – Alex Turner’s solo album, featuring songs like “Stuck on the Puzzle,” “Piledriver Waltz,” and “Hiding Tonight.”
- Suck It and See (2011) – Arctic Monkeys’ fourth album, featuring songs like “Don’t Sit Down ’Cause I’ve Moved Your Chair,” “The Hellcat Spangled Shalalala,” and “Suck It and See.”
- AM (2013) – Arctic Monkeys’ fifth album, featuring songs such as “Do I Wanna Know?”, “R.U. Mine?” and “Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High?”
- Everything You’ve Come to Expect (2016) – The second album by The Last Shadow Puppets, featuring songs like “Everything You’ve Come to Expect,” “Bad Habits,” and “Miracle Aligner.”
- Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino (2018) – The sixth album by Arctic Monkeys, featuring songs like “Four Out of Five,” “Star Treatment,” and “The Ultracheese.”
net worth
Alex Turner’s net worth is estimated to be $35 million.
His wealth comes from his music career, endorsements, royalties, and merchandise.
