Hugh Cornwell

Hugh Cornwell is a British singer, guitarist, songwriter and writer best known as the original voice of The Stranglers. Between 1974 and 1990, he helped shape the group’s distinctive combination of punk-rock energy, prominent keyboards, new wave and pop melody. After leaving, he developed a substantial solo career rather than limiting himself to performing the band’s hits. His own recordings move between alternative rock, post-punk and sharply observed songwriting, often delivered with dry humour. Before pursuing rock music, Cornwell earned a degree in biochemistry from the University of Bristol and began postgraduate research in Sweden. There he helped form Johnny Sox, playing guitar and singing with the...