Garry Roberts
Irish guitarist and founding member of The Boomtown Rats
Born
June 16th, 1954
71 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ireland
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Instrumentalist and songwriter garnered prominence as a founding member of The Boomtown Rats, a rock band formed in 1975 in Dublin, Ireland. Band achieved significant commercial success during the late 1970s and early 1980s, with a string of popular singles. The group's most recognized track, 'I Don't Like Mondays,' became a worldwide hit in 1979, reflecting the band's distinct punk and new wave sound. Roberts contributed to the band's musical identity through innovative guitar work and co-writing several of their songs. Following the band's split in the 1980s, pursued solo projects and collaborations with various artists, further establishing his influence in the music industry.
Founding member of The Boomtown Rats
Wrote and performed 'I Don't Like Mondays'
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