Newton Faulkner
Singer-songwriter with 'Dream Catch Me'
Born
January 11th, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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An English singer-songwriter and guitarist, credited with popularizing acoustic music in the mid-2000s. Released debut album 'Hand Built by Robots' in 2007, which achieved commercial success and garnered critical acclaim. The single 'Dream Catch Me' reached the UK charts, solidifying a place in the music scene. Known for a distinctive fingerstyle guitar playing and a unique vocal style, contributed to a fresh sound in contemporary music. Has released several albums since, maintaining a loyal fan base while touring internationally.
Released the album 'Hand Built by Robots'
Achieved chart success with 'Dream Catch Me'
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