Gilli Smyth
British singer and poet (1933-2016) · United Kingdom · On the map · Musicians · Died at 83
Gillian Mary Smyth was an English musician best known for co-founding the Canterbury scene group Gong with her partner Daevid Allen in 1967. She also released music with spinoff groups Mother Gong and Planet Gong as well as releasing several solo albums and albums in collaboration with other members of Gong.
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About this person
In Gong, she often performed under the name Shakti Yoni, contributing poems and vocals dubbed "space whispers".
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1933 to 2016 · aged 83
