Greg Ham
Australian keyboardist and songwriter
Born
Died
2012
14 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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A keyboard player, saxophonist, and songwriter emerged as a prominent figure in the music scene. Played in the band Men at Work, contributing to their distinctive sound. The band achieved global fame with hit songs like 'Down Under' and 'Who Can It Be Now?'. His performances and arrangements featured heavily on the group's successful albums, which garnered multiple awards, including a Grammy Award. In addition to performing, involvement in songwriting helped shape the band's legacy in the 1980s music landscape.
Contributed to Men at Work's 'Down Under'
Won a Grammy Award with Men at Work
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