Rob Laakso facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rob Laakso
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Laakso performing in 2019
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| Background information | |
| Born | 1979 Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | (aged 44) |
| Genres | Indie rock, indie folk, lo-fi |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, synthesizers |
| Labels | Matador |
| Associated acts | Kurt Vile & the Violators, Swirlies, Mice Parade |
Rob Laakso (born in 1979, died in 2023) was an American musician. He was also a record producer and engineer. He was best known for working with indie rock musician Kurt Vile. Rob played many instruments in Kurt Vile's band, called The Violators. He also played in other bands, like Swirlies. Rob was born in Massachusetts and went to Emerson College.
Rob helped Kurt Vile with his music early on. He worked on albums like God Is Saying This to You... (2009) and Smoke Ring for My Halo (2011). In 2011, Rob became a full member of Kurt Vile's band, The Violators. He played a big part in many of their later albums. These include Wakin on a Pretty Daze (2013) and Bottle It In (2018).
Rob Laakso passed away on May 4, 2023. He was 44 years old. He had been battling a serious illness. He is survived by his wife, Mamie-Claire, and their two children.
Rob Laakso's Music Albums
Rob Laakso played on many albums with different bands. Here are some of the albums he helped create:
With Kurt Vile
- God Is Saying This to You... (2009)
- Smoke Ring for My Halo (2011)
- So Outta Reach (2011)
- Wakin on a Pretty Daze (2013)
- It's a Big World Out There (And I Am Scared) (2013)
- b'lieve I'm goin down... (2015)
- Bottle It In (2018)
- (watch my moves) (2022)
With Mice Parade
- Obrigado Saudade (2004)
- Mice Parade (2007)
- What It Means to Be Left-Handed (2010)
With Swirlies
- Damon, Andy, Rob, Ron: The Yes Girls (2000)
- Cats of the Wild Volume 2 (2003)
- Swirlies' Magic Strop: Winsome Zamula's Hammer of Contumely (2005)
See also
In Spanish: Rob Laakso para niños
