Tv smith biography
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T. V. Smith
English musician
For the American philosopher, see Thomas Vernor Smith.
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Born | (1956-04-05) 5 April 1956 (age 68) Romford, England |
Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
Years active | 1976–present |
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Musical artist
Timothy "T.
V." Smith (born 5 April 1956) is an English singer-songwriter who was part of punk band The Adverts in the late 1970s.[1] Since then he has fronted other bands, as well as pursuing a solo career.[2]
Biography
Smith and Gaye Black (a.k.a.
Gaye Advert) moved from, respectively, Okehampton in mid-Devon, and Bideford, a small coastal town in Devon, to form The Adverts in London in 1976.[3][4] The Adverts are best known for their 1977 hit single "Gary Gilmore's Eyes" and acclaimed 1978 debut album Crossing the Red Sea with the Adverts.[5] Following unsuccessful follow-up album Cast of Thous