About Swans
Swans (band) Swans are an American [experimental rock] band formed in 1981 by singer, songwriter and [multi-instrumentalist] [Michael Gira]. One of the few acts to emerge from the [New York City] –based [no wave] scene and stay intact into the next decade, Swans have become recognized for an ever-changing sound, exploring genres such as [noise rock], [post-punk], [industrial] and [post-rock]. Initially, their music was known for its sonic brutality and [misanthropic] lyrics.
