Robin Trower
- Born:
- 9 March 1945, Catford, London, England
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession(s):
- Guitarist, Songwriter
Early Life and Education
- Began playing guitar at age 13.
- Formed his first band, The Paramounts, in the early 1960s, with Gary Brooker and Chris Copping.
Career and Major Achievements
- Joined Procol Harum in 1967, contributing to their first five albums, including the hit single "A Whiter Shade of Pale".
- Left Procol Harum in 1971 to pursue a solo career.
- Formed the Robin Trower Band in 1973, featuring James Dewar (bass, vocals) and Reg Isidore (drums), later replaced by Bill Lordan.
- Achieved significant commercial success with albums like "Bridge of Sighs" (1974) and "For Earth Below" (1975).
- Toured extensively throughout the 1970s and beyond.
- Collaborated with Jack Bruce on several albums, including "B.L.T." (1981) and "Truce" (1982).
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Notable Works
Discography
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Twice Removed from Yesterday | Chrysalis |
| 1974 | Bridge of Sighs | Chrysalis |
| 1975 | For Earth Below | Chrysalis |
| 1976 | Robin Trower Live! | Chrysalis |
| 1977 | In City Dreams | Chrysalis |
| 1978 | Caravan to Midnight | Chrysalis |
| 1979 | Victims of the Fury | Chrysalis |
| 1980 | Truelove | Chrysalis |
| 1981 | B.L.T. (with Jack Bruce) | Chrysalis |
| 1982 | Truce (with Jack Bruce) | Chrysalis |
| 1983 | Back It Up | Chrysalis |
| 1985 | Beyond the Mist | Atlantic |
| 1987 | Passion | Atlantic |
| 1988 | Take What You Need | Atlantic |
| 1989 | In the Line of Fire | Atlantic |
Legacy and Impact
Robin Trower is recognized for his distinctive guitar style, characterized by blues-rock sensibilities and heavy use of vibrato and sustain. He has influenced numerous guitarists and continues to perform and record.