Glen Hansard is an Irish songwriter, actor, vocalist and guitarist for the Irish group The Frames, and one half of folk rock duo The Swell Season. He is known for his acting, having appeared in the BAFTA-winning film The Commitments, as well as starring in the film Once, which earned him a number of major awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Song for 'Falling Slowly', with co-writer and co-star Markéta Irglová.
Instruments: Ukulele • Voice • Singing • Guitar
Genres: Traditional Music • Indie Pop
Occupations: actor, street artist, singer, singer-songwriter, musician, film score composer, film actor, guitarist