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Leslie David Reed OBE (24 July 1935 – 15 April 2019) was an English songwriter, arranger, musician and light-orchestra leader. His major songwriting partners were Gordon Mills , Barry Mason , and Geoff Stephens , although he wrote songs with many others such as Roger Greenaway , Roger Cook , Peter Callander , and Johnny Worth .
Les formed his own orchestra, the Les Reed Orchestra – their first single being “The Saint”, backed with “Doctor Finlay’s Case Book Theme” for the label, and recorded many singles and albums, which were very well received throughout the world.
This website profiles the life and achievements of an outstanding musician, detailing Les Reed’s early days right through to the present. Although better known for writing popular hits such as “Delilah” and “It’s Not Unusual” for Tom Jones, Les’s talent encompasses a far greater musical spectrum.
Apr 16, 2019 · Songwriter Les Reed has died at the age of 83, his family has confirmed. He was well known for co-writing Tom Jones hits Delilah and It's Not Unusual, as well as Engelbert Humperdinck's The...
Apr 16, 2019 · Prolific Englsh songwriter Les Reed, whose catalogue included 'It's Not Unusual,' 'Delilah' and 'The Last Waltz,' has died at the age of 83.
Apr 18, 2019 · Leslie David Reed, songwriter, musician, composer, conductor, arranger, producer and record-label owner, born 24 July 1935, died 15 April 2019
Apr 16, 2019 · The family of PRS for Music member Les Reed have confirmed that the songwriter has died at the age of 83. His family said in a statement: 'We are all so immensely proud of everything Les achieved in his incredible lifetime.
