Richard Ashcroft
Richard Paul Ashcroft (born 11 September 1971 in Billinge, Wigan) is an English musician and singer-songwriter. He was the lead singer and occasional guitarist of alternative rock band The Verve from their formation in 1990 until their split in 1999, and continues as a lead vocalist working with guitars and keyboards. He became a successful solo artist in his own right, releasing three UK top three solo albums. The Verve reformed in 2007 but again broke up by summer 2009. Ashcroft then founded a new band, RPA & The United Nations of Sound, and released a new album on 19 July 2010.
Read more about Richard Ashcroft: Early Life, The Verve, Personal Life, Controversy
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