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1959–2019. Leslie David Reed OBE (24 July 1935 – 15 April 2019) [1] [2] was an English songwriter, arranger, musician and light-orchestra leader. [3] 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 collated ten songs for the album, for which he scored the musical arrangements, played piano, produced and was musical director. The album, “Connie Francis Sings the Songs of Les Reed” was a huge success, and is still a favourite recording for her many fans. Connie also recorded many other Les Reed songs, and they became lifelong friends.
About Les Reed. 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. Read More. Timeline.
Apr 16, 2019 · Les Reed, (left), pictured in 1961 with Vic Flick and Mike Peters - fellow members of The John Barry Seven. Songwriter Les Reed has died at the age of 83, his family has confirmed.
Apr 16, 2019 · Artists to benefit from Reed’s composing skills included Tom Jones, Engelbert Humperdinck, Herman’s Hermits, Lulu and scores of others. Prolific English hit songwriter Les Reed has died at the ...
Apr 16, 2019 · 16 Apr 2019. 2 min read. 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. We know that his name will be remembered for what he did for music and that he will always live ...
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