About Frank Darcel
Lived 1958 – 2024 (aged 65). Frank Darcel was a French guitarist, writer, music executive, musician and novelist.
Frank Darcel (26 September 1958 — 14 March 2024) was a French writer, musician and music producer. He was a leading French rock guitarist during the 1980s with the band Marquis de Sade and with his collaboration with Étienne Daho.
Darcel was also nationalist activist and member of the Breton Party. He ran for municipal elections in Rennes on an autonomist list.
Biography Born in Plessala, a commune where his mother was 1st magistrate and regional councillor, Frank Darcel studied at the Lycée de Loudéac. He followed in his father's footsteps as a doctor in Rennes, but gave up when it was time for his third year and took up music.
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Who was Frank Darcel?
French guitarist (1958–2024)
When was Frank Darcel born?
Frank Darcel was born on 26 September 1958 in Loudéac.
When did Frank Darcel die?
Frank Darcel died on 14 March 2024 in Ribadeo.
What was Frank Darcel's occupation?
Frank Darcel was a guitarist, writer, music executive, musician and novelist.
What nationality was Frank Darcel?
Frank Darcel was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Darcel. https://biography.guide/frank-darcel/
MLA: "Frank Darcel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frank-darcel/.
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