Tom Chaplin



Thomas Oliver Chaplin (b. 8 March 1979) is an English singer-songwriter best known as the frontman of Keane.

Early Life
Chaplin attended Vinehall School in Robertsbridge, where his father was headmaster. While there, he befriended Tim Rice-Oxley and Richard Hughes. The three then attended Tonbridge School, where the three met future bandmate Dominic Scott.

In 1995, Rice-Oxley, Hughes, and Scott formed a band called the Lotus Eaters, later inviting Chaplin to join as an acoustic guitarist. The group became Keane in 1997, with Chaplin assuming the role of lead singer.

Chaplin briefly studied art history at the University of Edinburgh, but dropped out to pursue music.

Solo Work
Chaplin has recorded two solo records; The Wave was released on 14 October 2016, followed by Twelve Tales of Christmas on 17 November 2017.

Personal Life
Chaplin married Natalie Dive in June 2011. Their daughter, Freya, was born on 20 March 2014.

He has been open about his struggles with substance abuse, which he says almost cost him his life. He has been sober for over five years.