Gordon Waller
Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
Died
2009
17 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Scotland
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A Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist, this individual gained prominence as one half of the folk duo Peter and Gordon. The duo achieved significant success in the 1960s with a string of chart-topping hits. Notably, the song 'A World Without Love' reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in 1964. After the duo disbanded, continued to perform and contribute to the music industry, showcasing talent as a solo artist and collaborating with various musicians.
Achieved a number one hit with 'A World Without Love'
Performed as part of the duo Peter and Gordon
Established a solo music career
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