Franny Griffiths
Francis Griffiths (1 July 1966, Liverpool, England) is a keyboardist, producer and remixer, who is best known for being a member of the band, Space. He also plays guitar, melodica and piano. His main influences are Kraftwerk, hip-hop, Can, various electro bands and Crass. Despite being a self-confessed dance music fan, he also admits to liking heavy rock bands such as Marilyn Manson.
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Franny Griffiths performing with Space at Leestock, 2013 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Francis Griffiths |
| Born | 1 July 1966 Liverpool, England |
| Genres | Alternative rock, electronica, indie rock, techno |
| Occupation(s) | Keyboardist |
| Instrument(s) | Keyboards, piano, melodica |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Labels | Antipop Records |
| Website | spacetheband.com |
The strange noises produced by Griffiths' piano(contrary to rumours, he does not use a Theremin) are one of the trademarks of Space's sound. Unlike his other bandmates, Griffiths has never performed lead vocals on a Space track, with one exception – "I Am Unlike A Lifeform You've Ever Met", a B-side on the "Avenging Angels" single. However, on the first two Space albums, Spiders and Tin Planet, as well as the B-sides of various singles, he has contributed instrumental tracks, as well as remixes under the moniker Franny Aspirin.