Quick Info
| Profession | Musician, singer, bassist, songwriter, producer |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 21/08/1951 |
| Age | 75 years |
| Birthplace | Cannock, Staffordshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Glenn Hughes
Glenn Hughes reported that he had returned home after an eight-day hospital stay and a roughly 10-hour open-heart surgery performed at UCLA's Ronald Reagan Medical Center. He described feeling grateful after the procedure.
Glenn Hughes announced his retirement from touring and live performances on social media. He said that test results had shown he needed another open-heart surgery, and that he still hoped to perform occasionally with his solo work and Black Country Communion.
Glenn Hughes cancelled his planned spring 2026 US tour, which was due to run from March to May. He cited a minor health issue that required his attention over the following months and said he was working closely with his medical team.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | English singer and bassist known for his work with Trapeze, Deep Purple (Mk. III and IV lineups), and a brief period as lead vocalist of Black Sabbath in the mid-1980s. He is also known as a session musician and as the frontman of Black Country Communion. In August 2026 he announced his retirement from touring and live performances, and in October 2026 he recovered from open-heart surgery. |
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| Nickname | The Voice of Rock |
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Career
| Early Career | Began in the 1960s with Finders Keepers, which later became Trapeze. |
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| Deep Purple | Joined in 1973 as bassist and shared lead vocals; the Mk. III and IV lineups are the ones most associated with him. |
| Black Sabbath | Replaced Jeff Fenholt as lead vocalist in 1985 and recorded The Seventh Star (1986) before leaving the band. |
| Solo Career | Released his debut solo album Play Me Out in 1978 and has continued with a long-running solo career, including the album Chosen (2025) and the Chosen Years tour. |
| Later Career | Fronted Black Country Communion from 2010, California Breed from 2013 to 2015, and The Dead Daisies from 2019 to 2023. Announced retirement from touring and live performances in August 2026. |
| Honours | Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016 as a member of Deep Purple. |
Style Quotient
| Known For | Funk-inspired bass playing and a soulful, wide-ranging countertenor vocal style |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He left school at around 16 to pursue music. | |
| 2. Stevie Wonder reportedly called him his favourite white singer. | |
| 3. He contributed vocals to the Whitesnake album Slip of the Tongue before joining Black Sabbath. | |
| 4. He performed on the KLF single America - What Time Is Love? in 1991. |
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