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Sir Raymond Douglas Davies CBE ( / ˈdeɪvɪz / DAY-viz; [1] [2] born 21 June 1944) is an English musician. He was the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist and primary songwriter for the rock band the Kinks, which he led with his younger brother Dave on lead guitar and backing vocals.
May 24, 2023 · Since the 1980s, Ray Davies has intermittently led a seminar for aspiring songwriters through England’s Arvon Foundation — a side hustle he landed, of course, as a result of the dozens of classic...
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Jul 11, 2018 · Find out the latest news, videos, and music of Ray Davies, the songwriter and lead singer of the Kinks. Explore his new album Our Country: Americana Act II and his classic hits.
Jul 15, 2023 · The Kinks singer has scoliosis, a bullet in his leg, and bipolar disorder. He talks about his life, music, and mental health in a candid interview.
Jun 6, 2024 · Ray Davies, the lead singer and songwriter for The Kinks, is a legendary figure in rock music. Listen to this article. Loading audio... Davies is known for his sharp, observational lyrics and distinctive voice. He penned classic songs such as ‘You Really Got Me,’ ‘Waterloo Sunset,’ and ‘Lola,’ blending rock, pop, and British music hall influences.
Jun 17, 2024 · Ray Davies is an English musician and songwriter best known for his work with the rock band the Kinks. Ray Davies was born into a working-class family in the Fortis Green area of the suburban Muswell Hill district of north London.
Nov 14, 2023 · The brothers who formed The Kinks in 1963 reflect on their legacy, their rivalry and their new compilation ‘The Journey’. Read the interview with Ray and Dave, and hear from drummer Mick Avory, in this NME feature.
