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Tony Newman

b. 1943

English rock drummer

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About Tony Newman

Born 1943. Tony Newman is a British musician and composer.

Richard Anthony Newman (born 17 March 1943) is an English rock drummer. He was at various times a member of the bands Sounds Incorporated, May Blitz, Three Man Army, T. Rex, and Boxer. He has performed with Little Richard, Jeff Beck, David Bowie, George Harrison, Robert Palmer, Eric Clapton, Donovan, Mick Ronson, Gene Vincent, Crystal Gayle, The Everly Brothers and others. In 1965, Newman played with Sounds Incorporated as one of the acts opening for the Beatles at Shea Stadium in New York City.

He played on Donovan's "Barabajagal" (1968), and on Jeff Beck's Beck-Ola (1969). For David Bowie, he performed on the Diamond Dogs album in 1974, and live with Bowie on his subsequent North American tour, including a recording at the Tower Theater in Upper Darby Township, Pennsylvania, released as David Live. David Live (RCA Records, 1974)

With Crystal Gayle Best Always (Branson Entertainment, 1993)

With John Prine Aimless Love (Oh Boy Records, 1984) A John Prine Christmas (Oh Boy Records, 1993)

With Madeline Bell Comin' Atcha (RCA Victor, 1973)

With Jackie Lomax Is This What You Want? (Apple Records, 1969)

With Joan Armatrading Back to the Night (A&M Records, 1975)

With Sam Brown 43 Minutes (All at Once Records, 1993)

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Tony Newman?

English rock drummer

When was Tony Newman born?

Tony Newman was born on 17 March 1943 in Southampton.

What is Tony Newman's occupation?

Tony Newman is a musician and composer.

What nationality is Tony Newman?

Tony Newman is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tony Newman

· Wikidata: Q6979140

· DBpedia: Tony Newman (drummer)

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