Austin Winkler

Infobox musical artist

Name = Austin Winkler


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Birth_name = Austin Winkler
Born = birth date and age|1981|10|25
Origin = Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S.
Instrument = Vocals
Genre = Alternative rock
Occupation = Singer
Years_active = 2005-present
Label = Universal Records
Associated_acts = Hinder
URL = [http://www.hinderonline.com http://www.hinderonline.com]

Austin Winkler (born October 25, 1981) is the lead vocalist for the Oklahoma City based rock band Hinder. Before starting Hinder Austin played in a cover band.He wrote his own songs and the band refused to play them. He then formed Hinder with Cody Hanson. [ [http://www.songwriteruniverse.com/hinder123.htm Austin Winkler Talks About The Band’s Success Story] ] He wrote the band's song "Lips of an Angel", which peaked at #3 on Billboard Hot 100. On December 21st 2007 Winkler was arrested in Jonesboro, Arkansas on suspicion of DUI after leaving his engagement party. [http://www.tmz.com] Austin and Jami Miller (actress/model) were married in Maui,Hawaii on July 30 2008.

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