Stuart Braithwaite facts for kids
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Stuart Braithwaite
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Braithwaite in 2011
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| Birth name | Stuart Leslie Braithwaite |
| Born | 10 May 1976 |
| Origin | Scotland |
| Genres | Post rock, instrumental rock, art rock |
| Instruments | Guitar, vocals, bass |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Labels | Rock Action, Wall of Sound, Matador |
Stuart Leslie Braithwaite (born 10 May 1976) is a Scottish musician, singer, and songwriter. He is best known as the guitarist for the post-rock band Mogwai. With Mogwai, he has recorded ten studio albums. Stuart is also part of other music groups like Minor Victories and Silver Moth. He sometimes uses the name Plasmatron, which is also the name of his special guitar pedal.
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Early Life and Music Beginnings
Stuart Braithwaite was born in Lanark, Scotland, and grew up in the countryside. His family has roots on the Isle of Lewis. His father was a telescope maker. He even helped set up the Sighthill stone circle in Glasgow.
Stuart loved music from a young age. He listened to bands like The Cure and Joy Division. When he was about 10 or 11, he got his first electric guitar. He quickly fell in love with playing it. Before Mogwai, Stuart was in a band called Deadcat Motorbike. He also played drums for another Scottish band called Eska.
Music Career Highlights
Forming the Band Mogwai
Stuart Braithwaite met Dominic Aitchison in 1991 at a concert in Glasgow. Four years later, in 1995, they formed the band Mogwai. Their school friend Martin Bulloch joined them.
Other Music Projects
Besides Mogwai, Stuart has worked on other music. In the early 2000s, he played solo acoustic shows. He also released an EP with Aidan Moffat and Colin McPherson. This EP was called The Sick Anchors. Stuart is also a member of the alternative rock supergroup Minor Victories.
Stuart Braithwaite in Film
In 2016, Stuart was part of a documentary film called Lost in France. The film was about the music scene in Glasgow. It showed Stuart and other musicians going back to France. They recreated a concert they played there when Mogwai was new. The film includes live music from Mogwai. It also features Stuart playing Mogwai songs by himself.
Writing a Memoir
In 2022, Stuart Braithwaite wrote a book about his life. It is called Spaceships Over Glasgow: Mogwai, Mayhem and Misspent Youth. A memoir is a book where someone tells their own story. His book shares what it's really like to be in a successful band.
Stuart's Musical Style
Stuart Braithwaite's guitar playing is special. He uses many effects pedals. These pedals help him create unique, atmospheric sounds. His music often focuses on melody and changing how loud or soft the music is. This is typical of the post-rock style.
In 2021, a company made a special guitar pedal named after Stuart. It's called the Plasmatron. This pedal helps other guitarists get sounds similar to Stuart's.
Personal Life
Stuart Braithwaite married musician Elisabeth Elektra in April 2019. He supports the football team Celtic F.C.. Stuart is also a vegan.
Discography
See also
In Spanish: Stuart Braithwaite para niños
