Steven Wilson
Singer-songwriter and producer for Porcupine Tree
Born
November 3rd, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English musician, significant contributions include founding the progressive rock band Porcupine Tree. Focused on various genres, produced solo albums featuring complex compositions. Actively collaborated with other artists, exploring sound through production work. Operated as a prominent figure in the modern progressive rock scene.
Founded Porcupine Tree in 1987
Released acclaimed solo album 'Hand. Cannot. Erase.'
Produced albums for other notable artists
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