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Chris Thompson

British singer and guitarist · United Kingdom · On the map · Musicians · Born 1948 · age 78

Christopher Algernon Thompson is an English singer, songwriter and guitarist known both for his work with Manfred Mann's Earth Band, specifically for his lead vocal on the classic hit "Blinded by the Light" and for his solo accomplishments.

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In his early career, he used the self-chosen middle name 'Hamlet' to distinguish himself from a folk singer of the same name, who also came from New Zealand.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1948 · age 78

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