Alan David Blakley, (1 April 1942 – 1 June 1996)[1] a British musician and record producer, was rhythm guitarist and keyboards player with the Tremeloes and co-writer of most of their hits until January 1975, when he started writing for other bands. His credits include co-writing (with Len Hawkes) various hits for the Tremeloes, co-producing the UK No. 42[2] hit "She's Gonna Win", with Bilbo, and co-producing singles and albums by Mungo Jerry with the group's leader, Ray Dorset. He subsequently rejoined The Tremeloes until forced to retire for health reasons.
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Alan Blakley | |
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Birth name | Alan David Blakley |
Born | (1942-04-01)1 April 1942 Bromley, Kent[1] |
Died | 1 June 1996(1996-06-01) (aged 54)[1] |
Genres | Pop, rock |
Occupation(s) | Guitarist, songwriter, record producer |
Years active | 1960s–1990s |
Blakley married actress Lin Blakley, and they had two daughters: Claudie Blakley and Kirsten Blakley.[3] His brother Mike Blakley was also a musician, and a drummer in the band Christie.[4]
Blakley died of cancer in June 1996, aged 54.[5]
Song name | Artist | Credit | UK chart position |
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"Helule Helule" | The Tremeloes | Co-writer | 14[6] |
"My Little Lady" | The Tremeloes | Co-writer | 6[6] |
"(Call Me) Number One" | The Tremeloes | Co-writer | 2[6] |
"By the Way" | The Tremeloes | Co-writer | 35[6] |
"Me And My Life" | The Tremeloes | Co-writer | 4[6] |
"Hello Buddy" | The Tremeloes | Co-writer | 29[6] |
"She's Gonna Win" | Bilbo | Co-producer | 42[2] |
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