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English musicians born in 1956

Here are 45 famous musicians from England were born in 1956:

Glen Matlock

Glen Matlock (August 27, 1956 Paddington-) otherwise known as Matlock, Glen is an English bassist, musician and singer.

His discography includes: My Little Philistine and Who's He Think He Is When He's at Home?. Genres related to him: Punk rock, Rock music and Power pop.

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John Lydon

John Lydon (January 31, 1956 Holloway-) a.k.a. Johnny 'Rotten' Lydon, Johnny Rotten, John Joseph Lydon, Lydon, John, The Sex Pistols, Johnny Rotten from 'The Sex Pistols', Johnny Lydon, Public Image Ltd. or Sex Pistols is an English musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, actor, presenter, visual artist and television presenter.

Related albums: Psycho's Path, Sun, The Best of British £1 ♫'s, World Destruction and Open Up. Genres: Post-punk, Punk rock, Post-rock, Alternative rock, Experimental rock, Noise rock, Alternative dance, New Wave and Dance-punk.

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Kim Cattrall

Kim Cattrall (August 21, 1956 Mossley Hill-) also known as Kim Victoria Cattrall is an English actor, author, spokesperson, television producer and voice actor.

She rose to fame in the 1980s for her role as Samantha Jones in the popular TV series "Sex and the City", for which she won a Golden Globe Award. Cattrall has also appeared in numerous films, including "Mannequin", "Police Academy", "Big Trouble in Little China", and "Crossroads". In addition to her acting career, Cattrall has written several books, including "Satisfaction: The Art of the Female Orgasm" and "Being a Girl: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Teenage Life". She has also been a vocal advocate for women's issues and has served as a spokesperson for several organizations, including Oxfam and the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.

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Paul Young

Paul Young (January 17, 1956 Luton-) also known as Paul Antony Young, Paul Anthony Young or Young, Paul is an English singer, songwriter and musician.

His albums: No Parlez, Other Voices, Some Kind of Wonderful, Reflections, Paul Young, Super Hits, Love Songs, Best Of, From Time to Time: The Singles Collection and Greatest Hits. His related genres: Rock music, Blue-eyed soul, Pop music, Pop rock and New Wave.

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Wally Nightingale

Wally Nightingale (January 3, 1956-May 6, 1996) was an English musician.

He was best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the popular new wave band, The Payolas. Nightingale started his music career in the late 1970s and initially performed in several local bands. In 1980, he formed The Payolas with his childhood friend, Paul Hyde. The band soon gained success and their songs such as "Eyes of a Stranger" and "Never Said I Loved You" became hits on the charts. Apart from his work with The Payolas, Nightingale also released a solo album, "Ceremony," in 1985. After the band disbanded in the late 1980s, Nightingale continued to perform music and collaborated with various artists. Tragically, he passed away in 1996 at the age of 40 due to complications from HIV/AIDS. His contributions to the Canadian music industry were significant and he is remembered as an influential figure in new wave and post-punk music.

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Don Letts

Don Letts (January 10, 1956 London-) also known as Dom Letts or Don is an English disc jockey, film director, actor, musician, television director and screenwriter. His child is called Jet Letts.

His related genres: Punk rock and Reggae.

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John Harle

John Harle (September 20, 1956 Newcastle upon Tyne-) also known as Harle, John or Saxophone is an English film score composer, saxophonist, record producer, musician, teacher, conductor and composer.

His discography includes: John Harle's Saxophone Song Book, Terror & Magnificence, History of Britain, The Shadow of the Duke, Habanera, Sax Drive, Nyman: Where the Bee Dances / Bryars: The Green Ray / Westbrook: Bean Rows and Blues Shots, The Imagined Sound of Sun on Stone and The Tyburn Tree (Dark London).

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Dave Wakeling

Dave Wakeling (February 19, 1956 Birmingham-) also known as Wakeling, Dave is an English singer, guitarist, musician and songwriter.

His albums include No Warning. Genres he performed: Popular music, Ska, Pop music and New Wave.

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James Honeyman-Scott

James Honeyman-Scott (November 4, 1956 Hereford-June 16, 1982 London) also known as Honeyman-Scott, James was an English musician, songwriter and guitarist.

Genres he performed: Rock music and New Wave.

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David Hinds

David Hinds (June 15, 1956 Handsworth, West Midlands-) a.k.a. Hinds, David is an English singer.

Genres: Reggae.

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Omar Ebrahim

Omar Ebrahim (September 6, 1956 Greasbrough-) is an English singer.

He is best known for his work in contemporary classical music, particularly in the operas of Philip Glass. Ebrahim started his career as a jazz singer and later became interested in contemporary classical music. He has performed in major opera houses and festivals around the world, including the Royal Opera House, English National Opera, and the Edinburgh International Festival. Ebrahim is also a frequent collaborator with the Kronos Quartet, performing in their productions of Glass's chamber operas. In addition to his work in opera, Ebrahim has also recorded albums of jazz and world music. He has been praised for his powerful and expressive voice, as well as for his versatility as a performer.

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Jaki Graham

Jaki Graham (September 15, 1956 Birmingham-) also known as Graham, Jaki or Jacki Graham is an English singer.

Her discography includes: Breaking Away, Real Life, Absolute Essential, Greatest Hits Live!, Ain't Nobody, Christmas Song, Don't Keep Me Waiting, Absolue E-Sensual, The Very Best Of and For Sentimental Reasons. Genres she performed: Pop music, Rhythm and blues, Dance music, Soul music and Contemporary R&B.

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TV Smith

TV Smith (April 5, 1956 England-) a.k.a. T.V. Smith, T. V. Smith, Smith, T.V. or Tim Smith is an English singer, musician and songwriter.

Related albums: March of the Giants, Misinformation Overload, Generation Y, Useless. The Very Best of T.V. Smith, Sparkle in the Mud, In the Arms of My Enemy, Live at the N.V.A. Ludwigsfelde, Germany and Crossing the Red Sea With The Adverts.

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Paul Goodwin

Paul Goodwin (September 2, 1956 England-) a.k.a. Goodwin, Paul is an English oboist and conductor.

His albums: Scars, Zaide, A Festive Baroque Christmas (Academy of Ancient Music feat. conductor: Paul Goodwin), Sleep Tonight, , Concertos for King Ferdinand IV of Napoli, Oboe Concertos, Oboe Sonatas and Ikon Of Eros.

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Gillian Bevan

Gillian Bevan (February 13, 1956 Stockport-) is an English actor. She has one child, Jack Bailie.

Gillian Bevan is a highly accomplished stage and screen actor, who has worked extensively in the UK and internationally. She began her career in theatre, and went on to become a well-respected voice actor, lending her talents to numerous radio plays and audio books. Bevan is also a versatile television actor, having appeared in a range of popular shows, including "Doctor Who", "Silent Witness", and "Midsomer Murders". In addition, she has played a number of notable roles in feature films, such as "Calendar Girls" and "The Contractor". Throughout her career, Bevan has garnered critical acclaim for her nuanced and powerful performances, and is widely regarded as one of the most talented actors of her generation.

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Mick Pointer

Mick Pointer (July 22, 1956 United Kingdom-) also known as Michael Pointer is an English drummer.

Discography: Marillion’s “Script” Revisited.

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Douglas Pearce

Douglas Pearce (April 27, 1956 Woking-) also known as Douglas P or Douglas P. is an English singer and actor.

His discography includes: Heaven Sent. Genres related to him: Folk music, Martial music, Neofolk, Dark ambient, Post-punk, Punk rock, Experimental music and Martial industrial.

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Nikki Sudden

Nikki Sudden (July 19, 1956 London-March 26, 2006 New York City) also known as Adrian Nicholas Godfrey or Sudden, Nikki was an English singer, musician, singer-songwriter and actor.

Discography: The Truth Doesn't Matter, The Bible Belt, Treasure Island, Red Brocade, Back to the Coast, Waiting on Egypt, I Knew Buffalo Bill, The Last Bandit, Channel Steamer and Kiss You Kidnapped Charabanc. Genres: Alternative rock and Indie rock.

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Philip Grange

Philip Grange (November 17, 1956-) is an English , .

His discography includes: Dark Labyrinths.

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Rob Fisher

Rob Fisher (November 5, 1956 Cheltenham-August 25, 1999) also known as Fisher, Rob was an English music director.

He began his career as a conductor for the musical theater productions in London's West End. He later became the musical supervisor for the Cameron Mackintosh productions of "Les Misérables" and "Miss Saigon". Fisher was also the conductor for the original Broadway run of "City of Angels" and the 1989 Tony Awards telecast. He was a frequent collaborator with composer John Kander, working on the revivals of "Chicago" and "Cabaret". Fisher was known for his ability to seamlessly blend different musical styles and create unique arrangements. He passed away in 1999 at the age of 42 from a heart attack.

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Ian Craig Marsh

Ian Craig Marsh (November 11, 1956 Sheffield-) a.k.a. Marsh, Ian Craig is an English musician.

Genres: Synthpop.

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William Orbit

William Orbit (December 15, 1956 Shoreditch-) also known as Bass-O-Matic, Bassomatic, Strange Cargo, William Orbit's Strange Cargo, Willam Ørbit, Orbit, William Wainwright, WilliamOrbit, The Electric Chamber (William Orbit), William Mark Wainwright or Orbit, William is an English record producer, composer, film score composer and musician.

His most important albums: Million Town, Science and Melody, Science and Melody, Ease on By, Hello Waveforms, Pieces in a Modern Style, Barber's Adagio for Strings, The Best of Strange Cargos, Water From a Vine Leaf and Strange Cargo III. Genres he performed: Electronic music, House music, Ambient music, Downtempo, Folktronica, Acid jazz, Intelligent dance music, Trip hop, Electronica and Trance music.

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Phil Fearon

Phil Fearon (July 30, 1956 London-) a.k.a. Fearon, Phil is an English singer.

Genres related to him: Neo-psychedelia, Rhythm and blues, Funk, Contemporary R&B and Post-disco.

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Hugo Burnham

Hugo Burnham (March 25, 1956 London-) also known as Burnham, Hugo is an English , .

Hugo Burnham is an English musician, best known as the drummer and a founding member of the post-punk band Gang of Four. Born in London in 1956, Burnham attended the University of Leeds in the late 1970s, where he met fellow music enthusiasts Andy Gill, Jon King and Dave Allen. Together, they formed Gang of Four, which gained critical acclaim for their politically charged lyrics and innovative sound, blending punk, funk and dub influences. Burnham played on the band's seminal albums, including "Entertainment!" and "Solid Gold," before leaving in 1983 to pursue other musical projects. In addition to his music career, Burnham has been involved in various fields over the years, including journalism and academia.

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David Van Day

David Van Day (November 28, 1956 Brighton-) a.k.a. David Paul Van Day or Van Day, David is an English singer and singer-songwriter. His children are Olivia Day and Amber Day.

Genres he performed: Pop music and Rock music.

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Paul Day

Paul Day (April 19, 1956 London-) also known as Day, Paul or Paul Mario Day is an English singer and musician.

Genres he performed include Heavy metal and Hard rock.

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David Grant

David Grant (August 8, 1956 Metropolitan Borough of Hackney-) a.k.a. Grant, David is an English singer and vocal coach. He has one child, Olivia Grant.

Related albums: The Best of David Grant & Linx, Stop and Go, David Grant and The Very Best Of. Genres he performed include Funk.

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Kirk Brandon

Kirk Brandon (August 3, 1956 Westminster-) otherwise known as Brandon, Kirk is an English singer.

Genres: Punk rock and Post-punk.

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Philip Adrian Wright

Philip Adrian Wright (June 30, 1956-) a.k.a. Wright, Philip Adrian is an English , .

Genres related to him: Synthpop.

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Andrew Edge

Andrew Edge (December 8, 1956-) also known as Edge, Andrew or David Andrew Edge is an English singer.

Genres he performed include Pop music, Synthpop and Dance music.

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Jon Walmsley

Jon Walmsley (February 6, 1956 Blackburn-) also known as John Walmsley is an English actor and film score composer. His child is called Miriam Walmsley Wadick.

Jon Walmsley is best known for his role as Jason Walton in the popular TV series, "The Waltons" which aired from 1972-1981. He began his career as a child actor in the UK, and later moved to the United States with his family. In addition to his acting career, Jon is also an accomplished musician and composer. He has composed theme music for TV shows and films, and has released several albums of his own music. Jon has received multiple awards for his work in music, including a Grammy Award for his contributions to the soundtrack of the film "Bram Stoker's Dracula". Outside of his career, Jon is also an advocate for animal rights and is actively involved in animal rescue organizations.

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Steve Harris

Steve Harris (March 12, 1956 Leytonstone-) also known as Harris, Steve, Stephen Percy "Steve" Harris, Arry, Stephen Percy Harris, Iron Maiden or Stephen Percival Harris is an English bassist, songwriter, musician and keyboard player. He has six children, Lauren Harris, Faye Harris, Kerry Harris, Stanley Harris, Maisie Harris and George Harris.

His most well known albums: British Lion. Genres he performed include Heavy metal, Hard rock, Progressive rock and Progressive metal.

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Justin Sullivan

Justin Sullivan (April 8, 1956 Jordans, Buckinghamshire-) also known as Sullivan, Justin is an English singer-songwriter and musician.

His albums: Twilight Home, Navigating by the Stars and Ocean Rising. Genres: Rock music.

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René Berg

René Berg (February 24, 1956-July 28, 2003 Kent) was an English , .

His albums include Gang Bang. Genres he performed include Hard rock, Power pop, Rock music and Glam rock.

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Tony Hibbert

Tony Hibbert (December 6, 1956 Tooting-) is an English musician and bassist.

Tony Hibbert is best known as the long-standing bassist for the post-punk band The Chameleons. He joined the band in 1981 and played on all of their studio albums until their initial breakup in 1987, and again from their reunion in 2000 until his retirement from touring and recording in 2013. Hibbert's distinctive, melodic basslines were a key component of The Chameleons' sound, and he has been cited as an influence by numerous musicians in the post-punk and indie rock genres. In addition to his work with The Chameleons, Hibbert has also played bass for bands such as Dead Men Walking and The Sun & The Moon. Beyond music, Hibbert has also worked as a taxi driver and a market trader.

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Peter Hook

Peter Hook (February 13, 1956 Salford, Greater Manchester-) also known as Peter Woodhead, Joy Division or New Order is an English bassist, musician, composer, disc jockey, entrepreneur and author. His children are called Jack Hook, Jessica Hook and Heather Hook.

Genres he performed include Post-punk, Synthpop, Alternative rock, Alternative dance, Electronic music, House music, New Wave and Electronica.

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John Young

John Young (May 31, 1956 Liverpool-) is an English musician, songwriter and keyboard player.

His albums include Significance. His related genres: Jazz, Pop music, Rock music and Progressive rock.

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David Vanian

David Vanian (October 12, 1956 Hemel Hempstead-) also known as Dave Vanian, David Lett, Naz Nomad, Vanian, Dave or David Letts is an English singer, musician and singer-songwriter. He has one child, Emily Vanian.

Genres he performed include Punk rock, Gothic rock and Rockabilly.

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Noel McCalla

Noel McCalla (November 4, 1956 London-) also known as McCalla, Noel is an English , .

Noel McCalla is an English singer, songwriter and musician. He began his musical career in the late 70s as a member of the band Gonzalez, before going solo in the mid 80s. McCalla has collaborated with many well-known artists such as Mike Rutherford, Paul McCartney, and Morrissey. He is known for his soulful and powerful voice, and has performed on numerous albums and tours over the years. In addition to his music career, McCalla has also appeared in various stage productions, including productions of The Lion King and Rent, showcasing his versatility as a performer.

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Steve Walwyn

Steve Walwyn (June 8, 1956 Southam-) also known as Stephen Martin Walwyn is an English musician, songwriter and guitarist.

He is best known as the guitarist for the British blues rock band, Dr. Feelgood. Walwyn joined the band in 1989 and has been a permanent member ever since. Prior to joining Dr. Feelgood, he played with several other bands, including The Higsons and The Truth. With Dr. Feelgood, Walwyn has recorded numerous albums and has toured extensively throughout the UK and Europe. In addition to his work with Dr. Feelgood, he has also played and recorded with other notable musicians, including Wilko Johnson and Johnny Thunders. Offstage, Walwyn is an avid cyclist and has completed several long-distance bike rides for charity.

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Billy Jenkins

Billy Jenkins (July 5, 1956 London Borough of Bromley-) a.k.a. Jenkins, Billy is an English composer, guitarist and bandleader.

His albums include East/West Now Wear the Same Vest, When the Crowds Have Gone, Mayfest '94, First Aural Art Exhibition, In the Nude, Jazz Cafe Concerts, Volume 2, S.A.D., Still... Sounds like Bromley, Scratches of Spain and True Love Collection. Genres he performed: Blues and Jazz.

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Terry Chimes

Terry Chimes (July 5, 1956 Stepney-) also known as Tory Crimes, Chimes, Terry, Terrence Chimes or Terrence "Terry" Chimes is an English musician, drummer and chiropractor.

Genres: Rock music, Punk rock, Heavy metal, Glam punk and Rock and roll.

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Jimmy Cauty

Jimmy Cauty (December 19, 1956 Totnes-) also known as Jimi Cauty, Rockman Rock, The Scourge of the Earth, Gavin Cauty, Space, James Francis Cauty, Advanced Acoustic Armaments (AAA), Lord Rock, Scourge Of The Earth or Graybeard is an English artist, musician, record producer and visual artist.

His albums: Space. Genres: Ambient house and Electronica.

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Matt Aitken

Matt Aitken (August 25, 1956 Coventry-) is an English musician, songwriter and record producer.

He is best known for his work as one third of the production team Stock Aitken Waterman, who were responsible for a string of hits in the 1980s and 1990s. Aitken began his music career as a member of the new wave band The Menn, before transitioning to writing and producing for other artists. Some of his notable collaborations include Rick Astley, Kylie Minogue, Dead or Alive, and Bananarama. He has received several awards for his contributions to the music industry, including two Ivor Novello Awards and a BRIT Award. In addition to his work in music, Aitken has also written books on fantasy and is a frequent guest on BBC Radio 2.