Norman Watt-Roy
English musician
Norman Joseph Watt-Roy (born 15 February 1951) is an English musician, arranger and composer.
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Birth name | Norman Joseph Watt-Roy |
Born | Bombay, India | 15 February 1951
Origin | Harlow, Essex, England |
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Years active | 1967–present |
Labels | Stiff |
Watt-Roy's music career spans more than 40 years. He became popular in the late 1970s, during the punk and new wave era of rock music as the bass player for Ian Dury and the Blockheads. He was a member of the Greatest Show on Earth before.
In addition to his work with the Blockheads, Watt-Roy has been a session musician and has released one solo album.