Kirk Pengilly

Australian guitarist and songwriter

Kirk Pengilly - Australian guitarist and songwriter
Born

July 4th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Australia

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An Australian musician, primarily recognized as a guitarist and saxophonist. Contributed significantly to the band INXS, achieving recognition as both a performer and songwriter. The band gained international fame with their hit album 'Kick' in 1987, which included chart-topping singles. The band has been influential in the rock and pop scene, especially throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

Performed in the band INXS

Contributed to the album 'Kick'

Played saxophone on several INXS tracks

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