Andrew White (guitarist)
English guitarist (born 1974)
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Andrew Robert White (born 28 August 1974), also known as Whitey,[1][2] is the guitarist of the English indie rock band Kaiser Chiefs.
Also known asWhitey
Born
28 August 1974
Andrew Robert White
28 August 1974
Leeds, England
OriginLeeds, England
GenresIndie rock, alternative rock
Andrew White | |
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![White performing with the Kaiser Chiefs in 2025](#/media/File:Andrew_"Whitey"_White_2025.jpg) White performing with the Kaiser Chiefs in 2025 | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | Whitey |
| Born | Andrew Robert White 28 August 1974 Leeds, England |
| Origin | Leeds, England |
| Genres | Indie rock, alternative rock |
| Occupations | Musician, songwriter |
| Instruments | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Member of | Kaiser Chiefs |
Biography
Whitey was born 28 August 1974 in Leeds.[3] He is a former student of Garforth Community College[1][3] and Leeds Metropolitan University.[1] He is left-handed.[4]
He is an original member of the band Runston Parva, which later became Parva, changing the name to Kaiser Chiefs in 2004.[1] The name was adapted from Kaizer Chiefs, the former club of Lucas Radebe who was at the time with Leeds United.[3]
