Alex Lagemann
Lagemann in 2015.
Background information
Birth nameAlexander Robert Lagemann
Also known asLoggy
Born (1989-07-28) July 28, 1989
Capitola, California, U.S.
GenresAlt-pop
Occupation(s)Musician, Athlete, TV Personality
Instrument(s)Vocals, Rhythm guitar

Alexander Robert Lagemann (born July 28, 1989) is an American singer-songwriter, TV personality, and former collegiate athlete. During his time playing football at UC Berkeley, he began making hip-hop music, which eventually led him to start the band, Radical Something, in 2011. On May 2, 2016 it was revealed that Lagemann would be starring in Mark Burnett's new unscripted dating show, "Coupled", on FOX.[1]

Early life

Alexander Robert Lagemann was born on July 28, 1989, in Capitola, California, to Roy and Luci Lagemann. The family eventually relocated to Saratoga, California. Lagemann has an older brother, Augie, and two younger twin brothers, Gian and Peter.

As a high-schooler, Lagemann excelled in sports and academics, earning a full-scholarship to play wide receiver at the University of California, Berkeley.[2]

2003–2007: High School

Lagemann attended Saratoga High School, where he participated in football, basketball, baseball, and track and field. As 3-year starter on the football team, Lagemann was named to multiple All-State, All-County, and All-League teams.[3]

2007–11: College Football career

In 2007, Lagemann attended UC Berkeley and was a member of the football team as a wide receiver. In 2009, Lagemann earned First-team Pac-10 All-Academic honors.[4]

2011–present: Radical Something

After releasing multiple solo albums under the name 'Loggy', Lagemann formed the band Radical Something in 2011 with his football teammate, Michael Costanzo (DJ Big Red), and singer, Josh Hallbauer (Josh Cocktail). Lagemann and Costanzo were roommates in college and collaborated on Lagemann's solo work. Radical Something has now released 5 albums and completed multiple national tours.[5]

2016: Coupled

In 2016 Lagemann appeared on Coupled.[6][1]

References

  1. 1 2 SFGATE, Katie Dowd (May 2, 2016). "Former Cal football player/rapper starring on FOX dating show". SFGATE.
  2. ↑ "Lagemann finds the perfect fit".
  3. ↑ "Alex Lagemann - Football". California Golden Bears Athletics.
  4. ↑ "Alex Lagemann Biography". calbears.com.
  5. ↑ John Crumpacker (9 May 2012). "Former Cal football players make career in music". SFGate.
  6. ↑ "Watch Ladies React to First Guy's Arrival on Fox's New Dating Show 'Coupled'". May 4, 2016.


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