Alex Paterson

English keyboard player with The Orb

Alex Paterson - English keyboard player with The Orb
Born

October 15th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

A keyboard player gained recognition as a founding member of the electronic music group The Orb. This group emerged in the late 1980s, contributing significantly to the ambient house genre. The first release, 'Little Fluffy Clouds,' achieved considerable success, highlighting a unique blend of electronic music and samples. Over the years, The Orb released several influential albums, including 'U.F.Orb,' which reached number one on the UK Albums Chart. Collaborative work with various artists also shaped the electronic music landscape.

Co-founded The Orb in 1988

Released the chart-topping album 'U.F.Orb'

Created the hit single 'Little Fluffy Clouds'

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