About Gary Powell
Born 1969. Gary Powell is a British musician and drummer.
Gary Armstrong Powell (born 11 November 1969) is a British musician. He is best known as the drummer for rock bands The Libertines, Dirty Pretty Things and New York Dolls as well as for ska band The Specials.
Career Powell joined The Libertines in 2001 after being introduced to frontmen Carl Barât and Pete Doherty by their then-manager Banny Poostchi. He also played with the New York Dolls for their 2004 reunion shows.
Powell also has a successful DJ career, deejaying for Club NME at London's Koko and Carl Barât's club night as well as many other venues in London.
Personal life Powell has two sons, Wolfe and Asa, with long-term partner Jude.
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Who is Gary Powell?
British drummer
When was Gary Powell born?
Gary Powell was born on 11 November 1969 in Birmingham.
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Gary Powell is a musician and drummer.
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Gary Powell is British.
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