Gary Brooker

Gary Brooker was an English singer, songwriter, and pianist, best known as the lead vocalist and founder of the legendary rock band Procol Harum. With his soulful voice and signature piano style, Brooker led the band to international fame with their 1967 hit “A Whiter Shade of Pale,” a song that became one of the anthems of the Summer of Love and remains a timeless classic. Beyond his work with Procol Harum, Brooker also had a solo career, releasing albums like No More Fear of Flying and Lead Me To The Water, showcasing his versatile talents as a musician and composer.

In addition to his own projects, Brooker was highly respected in the music community and collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Eric Clapton, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. His contributions to rock and pop music spanned over five decades, earning him a reputation as one of Britain's most enduring and expressive vocalists.

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Live At Rockpalast 1983
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