Glenn Hughes: Biography, Facts and Career
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Glenn Hughes (born 21 August 1951) is an English musician, best known as the bassist and singer in the hard rock band Trapeze and in the Mk. III and IV line-ups of Deep Purple, as well as briefly fronting Black Sabbath in the mid-1980s. Hughes is renowned for his funk inspired bass playing and his soulful and wide-ranging countertenor vocal range.
In addition to being an active session musician, Hughes maintains a notable solo career. He fronts the supergroup Black Country Communion, and fronted California Breed from 2013 to 2015 and The Dead Daisies from 2019 to 2023. In 2016, Hughes was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Deep Purple.
Quick facts about Glenn Hughes
- Full name: Glenn Hughes
- Born: 1952-08-21
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q310749
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Who is Glenn Hughes?
Glenn Hughes (born 21 August 1951) is an English musician, best known as the bassist and singer in the hard rock band Trapeze and in the Mk.
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Glenn Hughes is United Kingdom.
When was Glenn Hughes born?
Glenn Hughes was born on 1952-08-21.
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