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Benjamin Gibbard (born August 11, 1976 in Bremerton, Washington) is an American musician who has formed several indie bands. He is most notable as the lead singer of Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service, although also known for his project ¡All-Time Quarterback! and his first band, Pinwheel.

Gibbard spent his formative years in Bremerton, Washington during the time of the grunge musical explosion during the early 1990s. Growing up he was influenced by Nirvana, the Stone Roses, Superchunk, Built to Spill, Teenage Fanclub, The Pixies and Ultra Vivid Scene. He also cites Jack Kerouac as a major influence.[1] He studied Engineering at Western Washington University.[2] He and his band Death Cab for Cutie are also known for their contributions to veganism and animal rights.[3] However, in a 2003 interview Gibbard stated that while he had previously been a vegan, he had recently become a pescetarian.[4]

It has recently been announced that Gibbard will have a small role in a John Krasinski film entitled Brief Interviews with Hideous Men.[5] Gibbard completed a solo tour through the US in the spring of 2007 which featured David Bazan of Pedro the Lion, and singer-songwriter Johnathan Rice. He currently resides in Los Angeles.

On December 29, 2008, Gibbard became engaged to his girlfriend, actress and musician Zooey Deschanel.
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