Tears for Fears facts for kids
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Tears for Fears is a famous British new wave and pop rock band. It was started in 1981 by two friends, Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith. They formed the band in Bath, a city in Somerset, England.
Over the years, Tears for Fears has released many songs and albums. They have put out six studio albums, one live album, one extended play (EP), and 31 singles. Some of their most well-known songs include "Mad World" (from 1982), "Shout" (from 1984), and "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" and "Head over Heels (both from 1985). These songs helped them become very popular around the world.
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Who are the Members of Tears for Fears?
The band has had a few members over time, but the main two have always been Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith.
Current Members
- Roland Orzabal is a key member. He plays guitars and keyboards. He also sings lead and backing vocals. He has been with the band since it started in 1981 and is still a member today.
- Curt Smith is the other main member. He plays bass guitar and keyboards. He also sings backing and lead vocals. Curt was with the band from 1981 to 1991. He then rejoined in 2000 and has been with the band ever since.
Past Members
- Manny Elias played drums and percussion for the band from 1981 to 1986.
- Ian Stanley played keyboards and sang backing vocals from 1981 to 1987.
How the Band Members Changed Over Time
This timeline shows when each member was part of Tears for Fears:
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Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith in 2008.
See also
In Spanish: Tears for Fears para niños
