Artist Bio:
Jimmy Somerville is a Scottish singer, songwriter, and musician, born on June 22, 1961. He first rose to fame as the lead singer of the 1980s synth-pop trio Bronski Beat, known for hits like "Smalltown Boy" and "Why?". Somerville's distinctive falsetto voice and openly gay identity made him a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ community during a time when acceptance and visibility were limited.
After leaving Bronski Beat, Somerville went on to form the band The Communards, achieving further success with songs like "Don't Leave Me This Way". He later pursued a solo career, releasing several albums and singles that showcased his powerful vocals and continued to address themes of love, activism, and identity. Somerville remains an influential figure in the music industry and continues to perform and release new music to this day.
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