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Andrew W.K.

May 09, 1979 (45 years old) in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

Andrew Fetterly Wilkes-Krier (born May 9, 1979), known professionally as Andrew W.K., is an American rock singer, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, record producer and motivational speaker. He is known for his combination of rock, metal and pop music and anthemic songs about partying. Raised in Michigan, Wilkes-Krier began his musical career in the mid-1990s. He performed in a number of local bands before eventually moving to New York, where he produced his first recordings under the Andrew W.K. moniker.

After gaining initial attention with the 2000 EP Girls Own Juice, Wilkes-Krier rose to prominence with the release of his debut studio album I Get Wet in November 2001. In the years following its release, he has undertaken a number of other musical and non-musical ventures including television and radio work, motivational speaking and writing.

Known For

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Aqua Teen Hunger Force
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Uncle Grandpa
Andrew W.K. (voice)
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Gaming Show (In My Parents Garage)
Self
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Dollface
The Sorcerer
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Spike TV VGA Video Game Awards
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Party Legends
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100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of the 80s
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100 Most Shocking Music Moments
Self
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My Coolest Years
Himself
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Warped Hall of Fame

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