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Michael David d'Abo (born 1 March 1944) is an English singer and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of Manfred Mann from 1966 to their dissolution in 1969, and as the composer of the songs "Handbags and Gladrags" and "Build Me Up Buttercup", the latter of which was a hit for The Foundations.
Mike D'abo (Keyboards & Vocals) In 1966 there was only one man who could fill Paul Jones' shoes as front man for Manfred Mann. Already attracting attention with his group, A Band Of Angels, Mike was thrust into a wider limelight with the Manfreds and the well-oiled hit machine rolled on.
Mike d'Abo was born on March 1, 1944 in Betchworth, Surrey, England, UK. He is a composer and actor, known for There's Something About Mary (1998), There's a Girl in My Soup (1970) and Mallrats (1995). He has been married to Lisa Nicola Jane Weaver since April 6, 1996. They have two children.
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Mike d'Abo years (1966–1969) Aftermath. Personnel. Timeline. Discography. References. External links. Manfred Mann were an English rock band, formed in London and active between 1962 and 1969. The group were named after their keyboardist Manfred Mann, who later led the successful 1970s group Manfred Mann's Earth Band. [4] .
Jun 22, 2021 · D’Abo was, by now, a very talented song-writer. In 1968 he and Tony Macaulay co-wrote Build Me Up Buttercup which gave The Foundations a number 2 hit in the UK and top 3 hit in the US. His most enduring composition, though, is Handbags And Gladrags. A minor hit for Chris Farlowe, Handbags has been covered by many artists through the years.
Aug 2, 2023 · Mike d’Abo has been singing with The Manfreds (formerly Manfred Mann) since the mid-60s when he replaced Paul Jones in the band. With Mike as their new lead singer The Manfreds went on to have a No 1 hit with a cover of Bob Dylan’s The Mighty Quinn besides other hits as Ha! Ha! said the Clown and My Name is Jack.
May 24, 2023 · Mike’s Harrovian schoolboy group, A Band Of Angels, turned pro in 1964 and appeared on BBC TV’s A Whole Scene Going to perform D’Abo’s song, Accept My Invitation in 1966.
