Frank M. Spinath

Frank Michael Spinath (born 1969) is a German psychologist and musician. He is a professor of psychology at Saarland University, known for his research in the field of differential psychology. As a musician, he is known as the vocalist of the electronic duo Seabound.

Born in Wipperfürth, Germany, Spinath earned his diploma, Ph.D., and habilitation degrees in psychology from the University of Bielefeld in 1995, 1999, and 2003, respectively. He became a full professor of psychology at Saarland University in 2004.

Spinath was introduced to fellow German Martin Vorbrodt in 1995 by a mutual friend; the two soon began collaborating. The duo perform and record as Seabound. After signing with Dependent Records, Seabound released their debut album No Sleep Demon in 2001.