Martin Bulloch facts for kids
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Martin Bulloch
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| Birth name | Martin Bulloch |
| Born | 14 August 1974 Bellshill, North Lanarkshire, Scotland |
| Origin | East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire Scotland |
| Genres | Instrumental rock Post-rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Drums |
| Years active | 1995 – present |
| Labels | Chemikal Underground Matador Play It Again Sam Sub Pop Records Rock Action |
| Associated acts | Mogwai |
Martin Bulloch (born on 14 August 1974) is a talented musician from Scotland. He is best known as the drummer for the famous rock band Mogwai. Martin has been playing drums with Mogwai since the band started in 1995.
About Martin Bulloch
Martin Bulloch was born in Bellshill, a town in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. Before becoming a full-time musician, he worked as a cook in a Chinese restaurant in East Kilbride. Martin uses a special device called a pacemaker. This device helps his heart beat regularly. Because of this, he was jokingly called "bionic" on the album Mogwai Young Team.
His Music Career
Playing with Mogwai
Martin Bulloch is the drummer for the band Mogwai. This group plays a type of music called post-rock. Mogwai was formed in 1995 in Glasgow, Scotland. Martin started the band with his friends Stuart Braithwaite and Dominic Aitchison. Mogwai is known for its unique instrumental sound. They create music that often tells a story without needing words.
Other Musical Work
Besides his main role in Mogwai, Martin Bulloch has also played drums for other musicians. He has performed at some live shows with the band Arab Strap. He also played drums for Gruff Rhys, who is a singer and musician from Wales.
