Captain Sensible: Biography, Facts and Career
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Raymond Ian Burns (born 24 April 1954), known by the stage name Captain Sensible, is an English guitarist, singer and songwriter. He co-founded the punk rock band the Damned in 1976, originally playing bass before switching to guitar. He is known for his distinctive appearance including a red beret and sunglasses, typically with white frames. Sensible embarked on a solo career during the 1980s, achieving a UK number one hit with his version of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Happy Talk" (1982) and further hits with "Wot" (1982) and "Glad It's All Over" (1984). In 2006, Sensible founded the Blah! Party. He continues to perform in the Damned.
Quick facts about Captain Sensible
- Full name: Captain Sensible
- Born: 1954-04-24
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q1035151
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Who is Captain Sensible?
Raymond Ian Burns (born 24 April 1954), known by the stage name Captain Sensible, is an English guitarist, singer and songwriter.
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Captain Sensible is United Kingdom.
When was Captain Sensible born?
Captain Sensible was born on 1954-04-24.
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