Gary Brooker
Appearance
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Gary Brooker, MBE (29 May 1945 – 19 February 2022) was an English singer-songwriter and pianist. He was the founder and lead singer of the rock band Procol Harum. His genres included hard rock, progressive rock and jazz. His career began in 1962. Brooker was born in London, England.
In June 2003, he was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE).[1]
Brooker died from cancer at his London home on 19 February 2022, at the age of 76.[2][3]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "No. 56963". The London Gazette (1st supplement). 14 June 2003. p. B15.
- ↑ Greene, Andy (22 February 2022). "Procol Harum Frontman Gary Brooker Dead at 76 - Rolling Stone". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 22 February 2022.
- ↑ "Gary Brooker MBE, 29 May 1945 – 19 February 2022". Procol Harum. 22 February 2022. Retrieved 22 February 2022.