Mike McGear
British rock photographer and artist
Born
January 7th, 1944
81 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A British performing artist and rock photographer, this individual gained prominence as a member of the music group The Scaffold, which achieved success in the 1960s. The group's best-known single, 'Lily the Pink,' topped the UK Singles Chart in 1968. Alongside music, this individual pursued a career in photography, capturing iconic images of various musicians and bands during the height of the British rock scene. His work contributed to the visual culture surrounding rock music during that era, establishing a noteworthy reputation within the field.
Achieved a UK number one single with The Scaffold
Worked as a photographer for renowned musicians
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