Peter Joseph Andrew Hammill (born 5 November 1948) is an English singer-songwriter, and a founding member of the progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator. Most noted for his vocal abilities, his main instruments are guitar and piano. He also acts as a record producer for his own recordings, and occasionally for other artists.
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Links & Information
Links
- Official homepage at sofasound.com
- Wikipedia article on Peter Hammill
- Last.fm page on Peter Hammill
- Discogs at discogs.com/artist/Peter Hammill
- MusicBrainz entry on Peter Hammill
Member Of
- Van der Graaf (1977-1978),
- Van der Graaf Generator (1967-1972)
Labels
- Founded Fie! Records
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BBC Reviews
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Thin Air 2009
Reviewed by Daryl Easlea
Peter Hammill’s rejuvenation continues with this, his 30th solo release.
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Chameleon In The Shadow Of The Night/Silent Corner And The Empty Stage etc. 2006
Reviewed by Daryl Easlea
The uneasy balladeer, the spectral presence – Peter Hammill is at his early best on...