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Peter William „Pete“ Ham (* 27. April 1947 in Swansea; † 23. April 1975 in London) war ein walisischer Rockmusiker, der vor allem als Sänger und Gitarrist der Rockband Badfinger berühmt wurde. 1966 gehörte er zu Badfingers Gründungsmitgliedern, bei denen er bis 1975 spielte.
Peter William Ham (27 April 1947 – 24 April 1975) was a Welsh singer, songwriter and guitarist best known as a lead vocalist of and composer for the 1970s rock band Badfinger, whose hit songs include "No Matter What", "Day After Day" and "Baby Blue".
24. Apr. 2023 · Pete Ham war der Hauptkomponist der britischen Rockband Badfinger, die mit Without You einen weltweiten Hit landete. Er starb am 24.4.1975 unter tragischen Umständen, nachdem er sich aus dem Fenster seines Hauses warf.
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27. Apr. 2022 · Pete Ham was a talented songwriter who co-wrote 'Baby Blue' and 'Without You', but died by suicide at 27. Learn about his life, career and legacy in this article by Leon Barton.
Badfinger were a Welsh rock band formed in 1961 in Swansea, Wales. Their best-known lineup consisted of Pete Ham (guitar), Mike Gibbins (drums), Tom Evans (bass), and Joey Molland (guitar). They are recognised for their influence on the 1970s power pop genre.
24. Apr. 2017 · In 1975, Pete Ham took his own life. Tom Evans killed himself in 1983. Meanwhile a whole new generation of music fans have discovered the band, via their track Baby Blue, used in the final episode of cult drama Breaking Bad. Badfinger started life as The Iveys, performing locally in clubs in Wales.
30. Jan. 2016 · But after enjoying success in the UK and United States they plunged into financial turmoil, and "genius" Pete Ham was found hanged, aged 27.
