Herbie Flowers
English musician and studio bassist
Born
May 19th, 1938
87 years ago
Died
September 5th, 2024
0 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent English musician, recognized primarily as a session bassist and composer. Flowers contributed to a range of music genres, performing with various artists and bands throughout his career. His work on tracks such as David Bowie's 'Space Oddity' and 'The Jean Genie' garnered significant attention. Flowers was a member of the band Blue Mink, which achieved commercial success in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Additionally, he played on albums for many well-known artists, showcasing versatility and technical skill in his performances.
Played bass on David Bowie's 'Space Oddity'
Participated in Blue Mink's hit singles
Worked as a session musician for multiple artists
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