Scissor Sisters are an American pop rock band formed in 2001. Forged in the "gay nightlife scene of New York", the band took its name from the female same-sex sexual activity tribadism. Its members include Jake Shears and Ana Matronic as vocalists, Babydaddy as multi-instrumentalist, Del Marquis as lead guitar/bassist, and Randy Real as drummer. Scissor Sisters incorporates diverse and eclectic styles in their music, but tends to sway towards pop rock, glam rock, nu-disco, and electroclash. The band came to prominence following the release of their Grammy-nominated and chart-topping disco version of "Comfortably Numb" and subsequent debut album Scissor Sisters. The album was a success, particularly in the UK where it reached number one, was the best-selling album of 2004, was later certified platinum by the BPI, and earned them three BRIT Awards in 2005.
| Origin | New York City, New York, United States |
| Genres | Alternative rock, indie pop, glam rock, nu-disco, electroclash (early) |
| Years active | 2000–2012 (on indefinite hiatus) |
| Labels | Polydor, Universal Jive, Motown, Casablanca |
| Associated acts | Elton John, Kylie Minogue |
| Members | Jake Shears, Babydaddy, Ana Matronic, Del Marquis, Randy Real |
| Past members | Paddy Boom |
About Scissor Sisters
Pop/rock band that originated from New York's "gay nightlife scene." They were known for their eclectic live performances and music that strayed toward pop and glam rock. Their disco version of the song "Comfortably Numb" was Grammy nominated.
Achievement of Scissor Sisters
The debut, self-titled studio album of the band topped the UK album chart and had all five of its singles peak within the top 20 of the UK Singles Chart.
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Latest information about Scissor Sisters updated on July 28 2021.
