Richard James Witter (born 23 November 1972) is a singer/songwriter in the York-based band Shed Seven.
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 Rick Witter on stage 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Richard James Witter |
| Born | 23 November 1972 Stockport,[1] Greater Manchester, England |
| Genres | Britpop, alternative rock, indie rock |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, DJ |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1990–present |
| Labels | Hookline And Singer |
| Member of | |
| Website | rick-witter |
He was educated at Huntington School, York.
Professional career
editRick Witter formed his first band with schoolfriend Paul Banks in 1986, while still in his teens, and played in various local bands, including Brockley Haven, with Banks, Tom Gladwin and John Leach.
Shed Seven
editIn 1990, Witter, along with Gladwin, John's brother, drummer Alan Leach and guitarist Joe Johnson, formed Shed Seven. Rick signed his first record deal with the band in 1993. Just prior to signing their six-album deal with Polydor Records, Banks joined the line-up as their new lead guitarist, replacing the departing Joe Johnson. Rick spent the following 10 years recording and touring with the band, co-writing many of the band's songs. From 1994 to 2003 the group had 15 consecutive Top 40 hits in the UK Singles Chart.[2]
Rick Witter & the Dukes
editRick also fronts Rick Witter & the Dukes, who feature Rob Wilson on guitar and Stuart Fletcher (ex-Seahorses) on bass. They independently released their debut album The Year of the Rat in April 2007. The LP is dedicated to the memory of Roger Witter, Rick's father.
Other projects
editWitter is also a DJ and regularly hosts nights throughout the United Kingdom, playing vintage indie classics.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Feature: Shed Seven". ready-steady-go.org.uk. Archived from the original on 7 June 2008. Retrieved 26 October 2009.
- ^ "Shed Seven at OfficialCharts.com". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 18 April 2009.
External links
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