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Marty Wilde

British rock and roll singer · United Kingdom · On the map · Musicians · Born 1939 · age 87

Marty Wilde is an English singer and songwriter. He was among the first generation of British rock and roll stars to emulate American rock and roll, scoring several 1950s and 1960s hit singles including "Endless Sleep", "Sea of Love" and "Bad Boy".

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Member of the Order of the British Empire

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During the late 1960s to early 1980s, Wilde continued to record and, with Ronnie Scott, co-wrote hit singles for others including the Casuals' "Jesamine" and Status Quo's "Ice in the Sun". He is the father of pop singer Kim Wilde and co-wrote many of her hit singles including "Kids in America" with his son Ricky. He continues to perform and record.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1939 · age 87

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