Adam Devlin

English guitarist and songwriter

Adam Devlin - English guitarist and songwriter
Born

September 17th, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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An English guitarist and songwriter contributed significantly to the music scene in the 1990s and 2000s. Primarily recognized as a member of the band The Bluetones, which achieved commercial success with albums such as 'Expecting to Fly' and 'Return to the Last Chance Saloon'. The band gained popularity with hit singles like 'Slight Return' and 'We're Dedicated'. His work centered around Britpop, a genre that defined much of that era's musical landscape.

Co-founded The Bluetones and released multiple albums

Wrote and performed hit singles like 'Slight Return'

Played a significant role in the Britpop movement

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