Tony Butler (musician)
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Tony Butler on stage in Dunfermline, 1991
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| Born | 13 February 1957 |
| Origin | Shepherd's Bush, London, England |
| Genres | Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Bass, vocals |
| Years active | 1981–present |
| Labels | Phonogram Records, Track-BCR Records |
| Associated acts | Big Country, On the Air, The Pretenders, Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend |
| Website | Big Country official website |
Anthony Earle Peter "Tony" Butler (born 13 February 1957) is an English musician and rock bassist, best known for his work with the Scottish rock band Big Country. He has also worked with On the Air, The Pretenders, Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend, among others.[1]
Biography
Early life
Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. Anthony Earle Peter Butler was born on 13 February 1957 in Shepherd's Bush, London, England.[citation needed]His parents are Ghanaian heritage.
Career
Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. In 2007, to celebrate 25 years of Big Country, he reunited with founder members Bruce Watson and Mark Brzezicki to embark on a tour of the UK. He became lead vocalist for the first time, taking over from the deceased Stuart Adamson. Shortly before his reunion with Big Country, Tony played bass for Devon-based rock outfit, DOG alongside guitarist Tom Nordon.
As of 2011, Butler teaches courses in music at Petroc College and the Livewire Youth Music Project in Cornwall.
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