Alexis Krauss

Alexis Krauss

Krauss performing at the Clazel Theater in Bowling Green, Ohio; November 7, 2012
Background information
Born (1985-09-27) September 27, 1985[1]
Manasquan, New Jersey, United States[2]
Genres Noise pop
Occupation(s)
Instruments Vocals
Associated acts Sleigh Bells

Alexis Krauss (born September 27, 1985)[1] is a singer, songwriter, and front-woman of the band Sleigh Bells. She is co-founder of Beauty Lies Truth, a website dedicated to educating consumers about the ingredients in personal care products.[3] Alexis studied International Studies at Marymount Manhattan College, and then received New York State certificates for elementary and bilingual education at Pace University.[4] After completing Teach For America , and meeting her bandmate Derek Miller, she began her career as a full-time musician.[5] She is now using her public platform to transform the beauty industry. Sleigh Bells are currently recording their fourth album which will be released in 2016.

Early life

Krauss was born and raised in Manasquan, New Jersey.[2] Her father was also a professional musician; and Krauss performed in music and musical theatre from the age of 9 until the age of 16.[6] After breaking from music, she returned to school and majored in international studies in college.[6]

Sleigh Bells

Main article: Sleigh Bells (band)

Krauss had been teaching elementary school via Teach for America[1][6] for two years before she met future Sleigh Bells bandmate Derek E. Miller, who was the server at the restaurant she and her mother were dining in. Miller mentioned that he was looking for a vocalist for his music project and Krauss' mother suggested Krauss.[7][8][6]

Other ventures

In February 2014, Krauss and her friend Jessica Assaf founded blog Beauty Lies Truth, which educates consumers on the toxic ingredients in cosmetics and skincare products.[9][10][11][12][13] The blog was officially launched in August 2014.[11][10]

Discography

With Sleigh Bells

References

  1. 1 2 3 "My Favorite Things: Alexis Krauss of Sleigh Bells | SPIN". Spin. SpinMedia. March 30, 2011. Retrieved May 4, 2015.
  2. 1 2 Goble, Corban (February 24, 2012). "Wanna See Alexis Krauss’ Yearbook Photos? - Stereogum". Stereogum. SpinMedia. Retrieved February 22, 2016.
  3. ↑ Gordon, Jeremy (August 19, 2014). "Sleigh Bells' Alexis Krauss Starts Beauty Website -- Pitchfork Media". Pitchfork Media. Conde Nast. Retrieved February 22, 2016.
  4. ↑ Marino, Nick (October 14, 2010). "Do Not Adjust Your iPod -- LA Weekly". LA Weekly. Voice Media Group. Retrieved February 22, 2016.
  5. ↑ Langford, Hilary (May 6, 2011). "Hot For Teacher -- Style Weekly". Style Weekly. Landmark Media Enterprises. Retrieved February 22, 2016.
  6. 1 2 3 4 Keegan, Arianne (February 24, 2015). "Interview with Alexis Krauss of Sleigh Bells — SHE/FOLK". She/Folk. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  7. ↑ Patel, Puja (October 9, 2013). "Q&A: Sleigh Bells’ Alexis Krauss On Touring, ’80s R&B, And What Her Former Students Think Of Her Music - Stereogum". Stereogum. SpinMedia. Retrieved May 4, 2015.
  8. ↑ Goodman, Lizzy (February 2012). "Sleigh Bells Interview on New Album Reign of Terror". GQ. Advance Publications. Retrieved May 4, 2015.
  9. ↑ Williams, Nick (January 13, 2015). "Sleigh Bells Singer Alexis Krauss on New Blog 'Beauty Lies Truth' - Hollywood Reporter". The Hollywood Reporter. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved May 4, 2015.
  10. 1 2 Mahlmeister, Chrissy (August 19, 2014). "Exclusive: Sleigh Bells' Alexis Krauss Talks Beauty Industry Deception - MTV". MTV. Viacom International. Retrieved May 4, 2015.
  11. 1 2 Muller, Marissa G (December 8, 2014). "Sleigh Bells’ Alexis Krauss Interview - Beauty Lies Truth". Style.com. Fairchild Fashion Media. Retrieved May 4, 2015.
  12. ↑ Oliver, Dana (March 16, 2015). "#TruthBeauty Takes The Stress Out Of Finding Non-Toxic Makeup And Hair Products". The Huffington Post. AOL. Retrieved May 4, 2015.
  13. ↑ Gordon, Jeremy (August 19, 2014). "Sleigh Bells' Alexis Krauss Starts Beauty Website | News | Pitchfork". Pitchfork Media. Retrieved May 4, 2015.

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