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David Grant

b. 1956

British singer, comedian and vocal coach

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About David Grant

Born 1956. David Grant is a British musician, opera vocal coach, recording artist and vocal coach.

David Beresford Grant (born 8 August 1956) is an English singer and vocal coach.

Career Grant became famous in the early 1980s as a member of UK soul/funk duo Linx, whose biggest hit was "Intuition" in 1981. He began a solo career in 1983 with the top 40 hit "Stop and Go". Further hits included "Watching You Watching Me" and two duets with Jaki Graham – "Could It Be I'm Falling in Love", which reached number five in 1985, and the Todd Rundgren-penned "Mated", which made number 20 later that year.

Personal life Grant was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and moved to London as a child in the late 1950s. David and his wife Carrie have four children: Olive, Tylan, Arlo, and an adopted son, Nathan. All of their children are neurodivergent. David and Carrie are both Christian, and run a church plant in their home.

Grant was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2019 New Year Honours.

Discography Albums Year TitleUK IRE NL NZ UK US Dance US R&B

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Member of the Order of the British Empire
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David Beresford Grant

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David Grant?

British singer, comedian and vocal coach

When was David Grant born?

David Grant was born on 8 August 1956 in Kingston.

What is David Grant's occupation?

David Grant is a musician, opera vocal coach, recording artist and vocal coach.

What nationality is David Grant?

David Grant is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Grant

· Wikidata: Q5768724

· DBpedia: David Grant (singer)

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