Caleb Followill

Anthony Caleb Followill (born January 14, 1982), known as Caleb, is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the Grammy Award-winning American rock band Kings of Leon. He is the brother of fellow band members Jared (Bass Guitar) and Nathan (drums) and the cousin of Matthew (Lead Guitarist) . He is known for his distinctive baritone singing voice.
Personal life
Followill was born to Betty Ann and Ivan Leon Followill, a Pentecostal evangelist minister, who traveled around the American South.
Followill recently smashed his beloved 1972 Gibson ES-325 after sound problems at T in the Park in July 2009. Followill sent his guitar to Gibson's Repair & Restoration department, who repaired the guitar and returned it to him.
In September 2010 Followill proposed to his girlfriend, model Lily Aldridge. The couple have been together since 2007.
According to "Celebnetworth," Followill has a net worth of 5 million USD.
Influences
Followill draws song writing inspiration from Townes Van Zandt, Dave Alvin, Roger Miller and Pearl Jam, to whom he listens regularly. He also enjoys listening to Blaze Foley.
He has named Neil Young as a primary influence as well.
Discography
* Youth and Young Manhood (2003)
* Aha Shake Heartbreak (2004)
* Because of the Times (2007)
* Only by the Night (2008)
* Come Around Sundown (2010)

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