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Laurie Wisefield

 
Artist: Laurie Wisefield
  • Active: '70s
  • Genres: Rock
  • Instrument: Guitar

Biography

Laurie Wisefield played for the band Home in the early '70s. It was while he was playing for this band that Wishbone Ash's Andy Powell saw him. When Ted Turner left Ash in 1974, Powell brought Wisefield into the fold as his replacement. He remained in the band until 1996, later playing with Tina Turner. He stayed with her until the early '90s when he joined Joe Cocker's band. He also performed with Roger Chapman on one album and a tour. In 1993 he formed a band called Glory Glory. They recorded one album. He then joined a band called the Little Devils. ~ Gary Hill, All Music Guide
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Laurie Wisefield
Born 27 August 1952 (1952-08-27) (age 57)
London, England[1]
Genres Rock, hard rock, progressive rock, art rock
Occupations Singer-songwriter, musician
Instruments Electric guitar, vocals
Years active 1970s—present
Labels Columbia Records, MCA
Associated acts Wishbone Ash, Home
Website Official website

Laurie Wisefield (born 27 August 1952, London, England) is an English guitarist, known for his contributions to Wishbone Ash during the 1970s and 1980s.

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Early career

Prior to his stint in Wishbone Ash, Wisefield performed with the progressive rock band, Home. The group released three albums through Columbia Records between 1971 and 1974.[2]

Wishbone Ash

Wisefield joined Wishbone Ash prior to their 1974 album There's the Rub, eventually leaving in the mid 1980s following the release of Raw to the Bone.

Post-Wishbone Ash

Following his departure from Wishbone Ash, Wisefield went on to perform with Tina Turner, Joe Cocker and Roger Chapman.

We Will Rock You

In 2002, Wisefield joined the musical cast of We Will Rock You.[3] As well as performing live with the musical, Wisefield appeared on the 2002 cast recording, and accompanied the performance at the 2002 Party at the Palace to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Elizabeth II.

References

  1. ^ "Laurie Wisefield". MusicMight. 2008. http://www.rockdetector.com/person/gbr/wisefield/laurie. Retrieved 2008-11-08. 
  2. ^ "Laurie Wisefield (biography)". Lauriewisefield.com. 2008. http://www.lauriewisefield.com/Laurie_Wisefield/Biography.html. Retrieved 2008-11-08. 
  3. ^ "The We Will Rock You Band". We Will Rock You: London. 2008. http://www.wwry-london.co.uk/index.php?page=band. Retrieved 2008-11-08. 

 
 
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