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Ian Dury - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 12, 1942 |
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| Died | March 27, 2000 (age 57) |
| Birthplace | Harrow, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Ian Dury's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Lead singer of Ian Dury and the Blockheads; influential figure in the punk and new wave music movements of the late 1970s; hits such as 'Hit Me with Your Rhythm Stick' and 'Reasons to be Cheerful, Part 3'. |
Intro
Ian Dury was an English singer-songwriter, bandleader, and actor best known as the frontman of Ian Dury and the Blockheads, a prominent band in the British punk and new wave scene of the late 1970s.
Early Life & Background
Ian Dury contracted polio at the age of seven, which left him with a physical disability, but he went on to study art at the Royal College of Art and later pursued a career in music and performance.
Career Highlights
- Frontman for Kilburn and the High Roads before forming Ian Dury and the Blockheads
- Achieved UK Number One hit with 'Hit Me with Your Rhythm Stick' in 1979
- 'New Boots and Panties!!' (1977) acclaimed as a classic British album
- Known for distinctive lyrics blending cheeky humor, social commentary, and Cockney slang
- Acted in films and stage productions, including roles in 'The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover' and 'Judge Dredd'
Trivia
- Awarded the NME Award for Best Male Singer in 1979
- Worked as a painter and art teacher prior to musical fame
- Known for his advocacy for the disabled and often addressed disability in interviews and music
FAQs
People also ask
When was Ian Dury born?
Ian Dury was born the 12 May 1942.
Where is Ian Dury from?
Harrow, London, England.
On His Birth-Day
About May 12th, 1942, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 12, 1942, mass exterminations began at Auschwitz, marking a significant escalation in the Holocaust. The camp became notorious for its systematic killing of Jews and other targeted groups. This event is a critical part of the history of World War II and the Holocaust.
- Day of the week: May 12th, 1942 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle
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