Biography
The intricate tales and thoughts in the lyrics of Prefab Sprout's guiding light Paddy McAloon indicate a major songwriter. The combination of Bob Dylan imagery and Elvis Costello bluntness helped make Prefab Sprout one of the most refreshing pop bands of the late 80s and beyond.
The band was formed in 1977 by Paddy McAloon (b. Patrick Joseph McAloon, 7 June 1957, Durham, England; guitar/vocals) and his brother Martin McAloon (b. 4 January 1962, Durham, England; bass), with Michael Salmon completing the line-up on drums. Allegedly...
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