Al Menne

Al Menne is the lead singer of the band Great Grandpa.

Career

Menne formed Great Grandpa alongside Pat Goodwin, Carrie Goodwin, Cam LaFlam, and Dylan Hanwright in 2014. With Great Grandpa, Menne has released two full-length albums. In 2021, Menne began a musical relationship with singer-songwriter Christian Lee Hutson, joining Hutson on a solo headlining tour and tour opening for Bright Eyes. In July 2023, Menne announced his debut full-length album. The album, Freak Accident, was produced by Hutson, mixed by Melina Duterte, and features backing guitar from Meg Duffy. Alongside the album announcement, Menne released the song "Kill Me", featuring a music video directed by musician Chris Farren. A second single from the album, titled "Grandma's Garden", featuring Hand Habits, was released in August. The album was released on September 22, 2023.

Menne is a transgender man. He began socially transitioning during the COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdown.