Russell Leetch
Russell Jonathan Leetch (born 5 March 1982) is an English bass guitarist who plays with Birmingham-based indie rock band Editors. He studied music technology at Staffordshire University where he met his fellow Editors band members. He went to secondary school at Arden School, Knowle.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Russell Jonathan Leetch |
| Born | 5 March 1982 |
| Origin | Solihull, England |
| Genres | Indie rock |
| Occupation(s) | Backing vocals |
| Instrument(s) | Bass guitar, vocals, piano |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | Kitchenware |
He used to work with bandmate Tom Smith in a call centre before the band got a record deal. His favourite bands are Radiohead and Spiritualized.[1][2]
In February 2008, Leetch remixed The Hives single "T.H.E.H.I.V.E.S.", where it featured as a b-side on the single.[3] He also directed the video to the Editors single "Bones" which was released in Europe.[4]
He ran the 2008 New York City Marathon for charity.[5] In April 2011 Leetch ran the London Marathon along with lead singer Tom Smith. They raised over £10,000 for Oxfam.
He supports Aston Villa F.C.[6]
References
- David Medker (20 January 2006). "Interview with Russell Leech". bullz-eye.com. Retrieved 1 January 2010.
- "Interview with Editors". Perfectporridge.com. 24 July 2007. Retrieved 1 January 2010.
- "Editors star remixes The Hives". Ultimate-guitar.com. Retrieved 24 August 2014.
- "Tom & Ed Interview". Uk.youtube.com. 20 March 2008. Archived from the original on 13 December 2021. Retrieved 15 July 2011.
- "Pinkpop Interview". Youtube.com. 1 June 2008. Retrieved 15 July 2011.
- "Aston Villa | News | Blogs | Blogs Entry | Fan Blog: Bassist Leetch - Editors and Villa on the right road!". Avfc.co.uk. Archived from the original on 13 October 2013. Retrieved 24 August 2014.