Russell Leetch

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Russell Leetch
Russell Leetch at the Eurockéennes 2007
Russell Leetch at the Eurockéennes 2007
Background information
Birth name Russell Jonathan Leetch
Born March 5, 1982 (1982-03-05) (age 26)
Origin Solihull, England
Occupation(s) Backing Vocals
Instrument(s) Bass
Years active 2004–present
Associated acts Editors

Russell Jonathan Leetch (born in 1982 in Solihull, England) is the bass guitarist for Birmingham-based indie rock band Editors. He studied music technology at Staffordshire University where he met his fellow Editors band members.

He used to work with bandmate Tom Smith in a call centre before the band got a record deal. His favourite bands are Radiohead and Spiritualized.

In February 2008, Russell remixed The Hives single T.H.E.H.I.V.E.S., where it featured as a b-side on the single.[1] He will also be directing the video to Editors single Bones which will only be released in Europe.[2] He is also planning on running the 2008 New York City Marathon for charity.[3]

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  1. ^ Editors star remixes The Hives
  2. ^ Tom & Ed Interview
  3. ^ Pinkpop Interview