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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