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Hamish Imlach

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British singer (1940-1996)

United KingdomMusiciansLived 1940 to 1996 · aged 55
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Hamish Imlach was a Scottish folk singer. Imlach was born in Calcutta to Scottish parents, although he claimed to have been conceived in Glasgow, Scotland. His commercial success was limited, but he influenced many other artists, including most notably John Martyn, Billy Connolly, and Christy Moore.

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Hamish Imlach was a Scottish folk singer. Imlach was born in Calcutta to Scottish parents, although he claimed to have been conceived in Glasgow, Scotland. His commercial success was limited, but he influenced many other artists, including most notably John Martyn, Billy Connolly, and Christy Moore. In Central and Northern Europe Imlach enjoyed a strong reputation as a vivid live artist.

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United Kingdom
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1940 to 1996 · aged 55
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6 languages

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