Tony Hooper (14 September 1943 - 19 November 2020) was an English singer-songwriter and musician. He was best known as a founder-member of Strawbs together with Dave Cousins and double bassist Ron Chesterman. He left The Strawbs in 1972 after their album Grave New World, when it became obvious that the band was moving further away from its folk roots towards rock and progressive rock. He rejoined for a 10-year stint in 1983. Hooper has been the guitarist in the Ceilidh & Barn-Dance Band Pitchfork since 1984, and is also a member of Misalliance. His death was announced on November 19th, 2020.
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14 September 1943 Eastry, Kent
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Died |
19 November 2020 (aged 77)
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Zodiac | Virgo |
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