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Pete Ham

Welsh singer, songwriter and guitarist (1947-1975) · United Kingdom · On the map · Musicians · Died at 27

Peter William Ham was a Welsh musician and songwriter who was the lead vocalist and composer of the rock band Badfinger from 1961 until his death in 1975. He also co-wrote the ballad "Without You", a worldwide No. 1 hit for Harry Nilsson that has become a standard covered by hundreds of artists.

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Ham was granted two Ivor Novello Awards related to the song in 1973.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1947 to 1975 · aged 27

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