Formerly the lead singer of punk rock band Stiffed, alternative rock
singer-songwriter Santigold has transcended genres to bring in influences from
1980s electro-pop to indie rock to the occasional croon-tune. While still in
Stiffed, White was offered a solo contract by the record company and fellow
Stiffed member John Hill co-produced her debut album, Santogold released in
2008. White changed her name from Santogold to Santigold in 2009, allegedly as a
result of the jeweller Santo Gold threatening legal action. Following the
success of the album, White collaborated with a range ...