Andy Powell
Andy Powell (born February 19, 1950 in Stepney , London ) is a British guitarist and singer. He is a founding member of the rock band Wishbone Ash and the only permanent member of the group since its inception. Powell now lives in the US state of Connecticut and also looks after Wishbone Ash as a manager.
With his original bandmate Ted Turner , he formed one of the most influential lead guitar duos in rock history. They influenced bands like Thin Lizzy , Iron Maiden , Umphrey's McGee and Big Country , among others .
Powell prefers to play a 1967 Gibson Flying V , but also guitars specially made for him in the Flying V style of a small British company. He also plays Duesenberg Guitars models .
Web links
- Andy Powell at Allmusic (English)
- Video interview with Andy Powell 2008
Individual evidence
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Powell, Andy |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | British rock musician (guitar) |
| DATE OF BIRTH | February 19, 1950 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Stepney , London |