Gary Kemp: Biography, Facts and Career
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Gary James Kemp (born 16 October 1959) is an English songwriter, musician and actor, best known as the lead guitarist, backing vocalist, and principal songwriter for the new wave band Spandau Ballet. Kemp wrote the lyrics and music for all 23 of Spandau Ballet's hit singles, including "To Cut a Long Story Short", "True", "Gold", "Chant No. 1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On)", "Through the Barricades" and "Only When You Leave". Spandau Ballet became one of the biggest British bands of the 1980s, generating over 25 million record sales worldwide. In 2012, Kemp was an Ivor Novello Award winner for Outstanding Song Collection. His brother Martin Kemp plays bass guitar in the band and is also an actor. Since 2018, Kemp has also toured the U.S. and Europe with the psychedelic rock group Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets.
Quick facts about Gary Kemp
- Full name: Gary Kemp
- Born: 1959-10-16
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q554670
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Who is Gary Kemp?
Gary James Kemp (born 16 October 1959) is an English songwriter, musician and actor, best known as the lead guitarist, backing vocalist, and principal songwriter for the new wave band Spandau Ballet. Kemp wrote the lyrics and music for all 23 of Spandau Ballet's hit singles, including "To Cut a Long Story Short", "True", "Gold", "Chant No.
What nationality is Gary Kemp?
Gary Kemp is United Kingdom.
When was Gary Kemp born?
Gary Kemp was born on 1959-10-16.
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