Rod Clements
Singer-songwriter and guitarist

Born
November 17th, 1947
77 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A British singer-songwriter, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist, contributed significantly to the folk-rock scene. Involved with the band Lindisfarne, which achieved prominence in the early 1970s. Clements wrote and performed notable songs that became emblematic of the era. The band is particularly recognized for their album 'Fog on the Tyne', which achieved commercial success. Clements' work extends beyond performance, encompassing songwriting and collaborating with various artists in the music industry.
Performed with Lindisfarne
Wrote 'Lady Eleanor'
Contributed to 'Fog on the Tyne' album
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