Paul Roberts
Vocals
Paul Roberts was the frontman for The Stranglers for 16 years,
in which time he has toured the world and performed to audiences
of as few as 6 (and a sheep), and as many as 100,000. Some of
the most imaginative and listenable music has been written by
one of the great showmen of the rock and roll world.
For writing some of the least likely tunes for a Strangler,
and the ability to translate them for the live arena, Paul Roberts
is loved by fans all over the world. Paul composes with an eclectic
range of tastes, and ability on virtually every instrument he
touches, and his timing is exquisite.
Paul started life in his beloved Chiswick, London. Music was
always a passion of his, particularly percussion. After drumming
in several bands during the eighties, Paul was encouraged by
his friends to sing, and the rest, as they say, is history.
1999 saw Paul focus his attention on his solo work (and the
birth of The Faith Band) and the release of their first solo
album, "Faith?", a collection of material encompassing full
frontal rock assault, pulsating dance tracks, and gentle ballads.
2000 was a busy time for Paul. As well as forming and taking
"The Faith Band" out on the road, two five-track singles were
released, followed by an awe-inspiring guest appearance on Judge
Smith's epic, "Curly's Airships", working with the likes of
Peter Hammill and Arthur Brown. Paul's vocal range on this double
CD set is an enchanting display.
"Solar Live", a live album recorded at Paul's Charity gig for
Prostate Cancer, created a huge stir amongst fans.
A one night only West End stage appearance shortly followed
in "All You Need Is", a unique event celebrating the life and
music of John Lennon. During the weekend of the Twentieth Anniversary
of Lennon's death, at London's Palace Theatre, special guest
Paul Roberts stole the show, bringing the capacity crowd to
their collective feet and dancing in the aisles.
Paul has always written for both The Stranglers and The Faith
Band, the latter allowing Paul to express himself fully musically
and lyrically.
After years of major input his work with The Stranglers ended
three months prior to the release of their latest CD to which
he also contributed.
When he has time off, maybe he'll find time to watch his beloved
Fulham Football Club, continue his love affair with photography,
and return to the wakeboarding that so captures his imagination.
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