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Kate Pierson

Apr 27, 1948 (77 years old) in Weehawken, New Jersey, USA

Catherine Elizabeth Pierson (born April 27, 1948) is an American singer, lyricist, and founding member of the B-52s. She plays guitar, bass and various keyboard instruments. In the early years, as well as being a vocalist, Pierson was the main keyboard player and performed on a keyboard bass during live shows and on many of the band's recordings, taking on a role usually filled by a bass guitar player, which differentiated the band from their contemporaries. This, along with Pierson's distinctive wide-ranging singing voice, remains a trademark of the B-52s' unique sound. Pierson has also collaborated with many other artists including the Ramones, Iggy Pop and R.E.M.

Known For

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V.I.P.
Self
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Flight of the Conchords
Club Owner
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Difficult People
Kate Pierson
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The Flintstones
BC-52's
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The Rugrats Movie
Newborn Baby (singing voice)
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SNL50: The Homecoming Concert
Self
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The Making and Meaning of 'We Are Family'
Self
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Corporate Animals
Psychedelic Dream Creature (voice)
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MTV Rockumentary
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Glitter & Doom
Lonely Landlord

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