With a music career spanning over 30 years, Steven Wilson is best known for forming the group Porcupine Tree and being a member of bands Blackfield, Storm Corrosion, and No-Man. He’s also had a successful solo career, having released seven albums since his debut ‘Insurgentes’ in 2008. His music covers everything from synth-pop and electronica to psychedelia and progressive rock.
Described as “probably the most successful British artist you’ve never heard of” by The Daily Telegraph in 2017, Wilson taught himself to compose, produce, audio engineer and play the guitar and keyboard, alongside bass guitar, autoharp, and flute. The musician has worked with legends Elton John, Guns N’ Roses, XTC, Yes, Black Sabbath, Pendulum, and more.
Wilson is also recognised for his work remixing classic pop and rock songs into new stereo, 5.1, and Dolby Atmos versions, including ‘Who’s Next’ by The Who, ‘Songs from the Big Chair’ by Tears for Fears, ‘Moondance’ by Van Morrison, Roxy Music’s self-titled debut album, ‘We Are Family’ by Sister Sledge, and more.
Where is Steven Wilson from?
Steven Wilson was born in Kingston upon Thames, London and raised in Hertfordshire.
What awards has Steven Wilson earned?
Steven Wilson has received six Grammy Award nominations – twice with Porcupine Tree, once with Storm Corrosion, and three times as a solo artist.
What solo albums has Steven Wilson released?
Steven Wilson has released seven studio albums: ‘Insurgentes’ (2008), ‘Grace for Drowning’ (2011), ‘The Raven That Refused to Sing (And Other Stories)’ (2013), ‘Hand. Cannot. Erase.’ (2015), ‘To the Bone’ (2017), ‘The Future Bites’ (2021), ‘The Harmony Codex’ (2023).
What is Steven Wilson’s biggest hit?
Steve Wilson’s hit single ‘Pariah’ has over 12 million streams on Spotify alone.
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