HAPPY BIRTHDAY GARY NUMAN
Gary Numan is a singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to prominence (in the late 1970s) as a leading figure in the synth-pop movement. Known for his distinctive visual style, he often adopted a futuristic or post-apocalyptic look. Over time, he developed a dedicated fanbase known as the “Numanoids”.
Throughout his career, he has received many accolades, including the Ivor Novello Award for “Outstanding Contemporary Song Collection”.
On this very day, March 8th 1958, he was born in London, England (as Gary Anthony James Webb). In celebration of his birthday, I’ve chosen the song that made him famous. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From his 1980 album, “The Pleasure Principle”, here’s today’s birthday boy, GARY NUMAN, with “CARS”….