Michel Langevin

Michel Langevin, born on May 30, 1963, is a multifaceted Canadian artist renowned for his contributions as a graphic designer, percussionist, composer, and musician. He is best known as a founding member and drummer of the heavy metal band Voivod, which he has been a part of since its inception in 1982. Langevin played a pivotal role in crafting the band's unique mythology, centered around a post-apocalyptic vampire lord, and has been instrumental in maintaining its enduring science fiction themes.

In addition to his musical endeavors, Langevin is a talented graphic design artist. He has created all of Voivod's artwork, showcasing his artistic vision, and has also contributed to the album artwork for Probot and Non Phixion. His artistic prowess culminated in the publication of an art book titled "Worlds Away: Voivod and The Art of Michel Langevin," which highlights his creative journey.

Langevin's musical versatility extends beyond Voivod. He has co-written songs for JG Thirlwell's Steroid Maximus and contributed his drumming skills to Men Without Hats' album "Sideways" released in 1991. In 2005, he collaborated with the late Denis "Piggy" D'Amour and Canadian artist Lucien Francoeur to record an album featuring classic Aut'Chose songs, showcasing his ability to blend different musical styles.

In 2007, Langevin, alongside fellow Canadian musicians Pat Gordon, Marc Vaillancourt, and Philippe Mius D'Entremont, founded Les Ékorchés, an acoustic hardcore/thrash metal band. Their debut album, also titled "Les Ékorchés," was released on February 27, 2007, featuring tracks entirely in French, further demonstrating Langevin's commitment to exploring diverse musical landscapes.