presenting: rufus wainwright

this week's artist is rufus wainwright. here are some stats:
name: rufus mcgarrigle wainwright
birthdate: july 22, 1973
born in: new york, but lived in canada for most of his life
where you've heard his music: hallelujah- shrek, cigarettes and chocolate milk- the last kiss, complainte de la butte- moulin rouge!
type of music: very relaxed, soulful, and meaningful; alternative
you might now know: he is out of the closet and a big part of the gay/lesbian community
check him out- you won't be disappointed!