Alex Paterson
English keyboard player with The Orb
Born
October 15th, 1959
65 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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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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