Code | DS/UK/26 |
Name | Davies; Sir; Ray (21 June 1944); CBE; English singer songwriter and musician |
Variations of Name | Raymond Douglas Davies |
Dates | 21 June 1944 |
Gender | Male (cisgender) |
Place of Birth/Origin | Fortis Green, London, England (born) |
Relationships | Son of Frederick Davies(slaughterhouse worker of Welsh descent) and mother of Irish descent. Former husband of Rasa Dicpetris, Yvonne Gunner and Patricia Crosbie (dancer) Former partner of Chrissie Hynde (singer) |
Biography | Sir Ray Davies CBE is an English singer, songwriter and musician. He is the lead singer, rhythm guitarist and main songwriter for the Kinks, which he leads with his younger brother, Dave. He has also acted, directed and produced shows for theatre and television. He is often referred to as "the godfather of Britpop". After the dissolution of the Kinks in 1996, Davies embarked on a solo career. |