Posts Tagged ‘Musician’

Born On 18 December: Keith Richards (The Rolling Stones)

December 18th, 2009

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Keith Richards was born on December 18, 1943 in Dartford, Kent, England. Keith Richards is an English guitarist, songwriter, singer, record producer and a founding member of The Rolling Stones. As a guitarist, Richards is mostly known for his innovative rhythm playing. In 2003 he was ranked 10th on Rolling Stone magazine’s “Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time”. With songwriting partner and Rolling Stones lead vocalist Mick Jagger, Richards has written and recorded hundreds of songs, fourteen of which are listed by Rolling Stone magazine among the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time”. Learn more on Keith Richards Wikipedia and on his official site.

Born On 17 December: Paul Rodgers (Free, Bad Company)

December 17th, 2009

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Paul Rodgers was born as Paul Bernard Rodgers on December 17, 1949 in Middlesbrough, England. Paul Rodgers is an English rock singer-songwriter best known for being a member of Free and Bad Company. Both bands experienced international success in the 1970s. Before establishing a career as a solo artist, he was also a member of The Firm and The Law. He has recently toured and recorded with Queen. Rodgers goes by the nickname “The Voice”. He is ranked number 55 on Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Singers of All Time”. Learn more on Paul Rodgers Wikipedia, Allmusic and on his official site.

Born On 17 December: Eddie Kendricks (The Temptations)

December 17th, 2009

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Eddie Kendricks was born as Edward James Kendrick on December 17, 1939 in Union Springs, Alabama, U.S.A.. Eddie Kendricks was an American tenor singer and songwriter. Noted for his distinctive falsetto singing style, Kendricks co-founded the Motown singing group The Temptations, and was one of their lead singers from 1960 until 1971. His was the lead voice on such famous songs as “The Way You Do The Things You Do”, “Get Ready”, and “Just My Imagination”. As a solo artist, Kendricks recorded several hits of his own during the 1970s, including the number-one single “Keep On Truckin’”. Learn more on Eddie Kendricks Wikipedia.

Born On 16 December: Benny Andersson (ABBA)

December 16th, 2009

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Benny Andersson was born as Göran Bror Benny Andersson on December 16, 1946 in Stockholm, Sweden. Benny Andersson is a Swedish musician, composer, a former member of the Swedish musical group ABBA (1972-1982), and co-composer of the musicals Chess, Kristina från Duvemåla, and Mamma Mia!. Currently active with his own band Benny Anderssons Orkester (BAO!), and executive-producing the film version of the musical Mamma Mia! ABBA is one of the best known 70’s musical groups. Learn more on Benny Andersson Wikipedia.

Born On 10 December: Brian Molko (Placebo)

December 10th, 2009

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Brian Molko was born on December 10, 1972 in Brussels. Brian Molko is a songwriter, lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Placebo. In his youth, he was known for his ambiguous sexual orientation and androgynous appearance. Learn more on Brian Molko Wikipedia.

Born On 2 December: Chris Wolstenholme (Muse)

December 2nd, 2009

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Chris Wolstenholme was born as Christopher Tony Wolstenholme on December 2, 1978 in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England. Chris Wolstenholme is the bassist and backing vocalist for the rock band Muse. He also sometimes plays guitar or keyboard instead of bass, though the latter is occasionally handled by Morgan Nicholls during live performances. Learn more on Chris Wolstenholme Wikipedia.

Born On 27 November: Charlie Burchill (Simple Minds)

November 27th, 2009

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Charlie Burchill was born as Charles Burchill on November 27, 1959 in Glasgow, Scotland. Charlie Burchill is a Scottish musician and composer. He was one of the founders of Scottish rock group Simple Minds. He plays guitar, keyboard, saxophone and violin. Learn more on Charlie Burchill Wikipedia.

Born On 21 November: Alex James (Blur)

November 21st, 2009

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Alex James was born as Steven Alexander James on November 21, 1968 in Boscombe, Bournemouth, England. Alex James is a musician, songwriter and journalist best known as the bass player and occasional vocalist of band Blur. He has also played with temporary bands, Fat Les, Me Me Me, WigWam and Bad Lieutenant. Learn more on Alex James Wikipedia.

Born On 21 November: Brian Ritchie (Violent Femmes)

November 21st, 2009

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Brian Ritchie was born on November 21, 1960. Brian Ritchie is the bass guitarist for the alternative rock band Violent Femmes. His distinct sound comes from using Ernie Ball acoustic bass guitars, which is very uncommon in rock music. He is also one of the more high-profile users of the relatively new Barker Bass. Learn more on Brian Ritchie Wikipedia.

Born On 14 November: Faye Tozer (Steps)

November 14th, 2009

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Faye Tozer was born as Faye Louise Tozer on November 14, 1975 in Northamptonshire, England. Faye Tozer is a theatre actress and singer who first gained fame as a member of the pop group Steps. Learn more on Faye Tozer on Wikipedia and on Official site.