Alison Goldfrapp

Alison Elizabeth Margaret Goldfrapp (born 13 May 1966) is an English singer and songwriter. Goldfrapp was born in Enfield, England, the youngest of six children. Her father, Nick, was a former Army officer who worked for the Spastics Society and English Heritage. Her mother, Isabella, was a nurse. While growing up, Goldfrapp's family moved frequently, before settling in Alton, a small town in the county of Hampshire. Alison Goldfrapp was introduc... more

Alison Elizabeth Margaret Goldfrapp (born 13 May 1966) is an English singer and songwriter. Goldfrapp was born in Enfield, England, the youngest of six children. Her father, Nick, was a former Army officer who worked for the Spastics Society and English Heritage. Her mother, Isabella, was a nurse. While growing up, Goldfrapp's family moved frequently, before settling in Alton, a small town in the county of Hampshire. Alison Goldfrapp was introduced to composer Will Gregory in 1999 after he had listened to an early version of the song "Human". Gregory felt a connection with Goldfrapp and invited her to record a demo for the film soundtrack he was composing, to see if they could work together. The demo was never completed, but the recording session had been pleasant. Following several months of phone calls, they decided to form a musical band and began performing under Goldfrapp's last name. The pair began recording their debut album over a six-month period, beginning in September 1999,... less