Scott Walker

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Credits: Bent Rej
Full Name
Noel Scott Engel
Born
January 9, 1943
Height
6ft
Hometown
Hamilton, Ohio, United States
Net Worth
Approximately $10 million
Family
Born in Hamilton, Ohio, Scott Walker was raised by his parents, Noel Walter Engel and Mary Margaret Schauer. He was an only child. During the 1970s, he was in a long-term relationship with actress Beverly D'Angelo, and they had one daughter, Calamity D'Angelo Walker, before later separating.
Years Active
1957–2019
Bands
The Walker Brothers
Top Tracks
'Montague Terrace (In Blue)', 'The Seventh Seal', 'Jackie', 'It's Raining Today', 'Farmer in the City'
Top Albums
'Scott', 'Scott 2', 'Scott 3', 'Scott 4', 'Tilt'
Records Sold
Over 10 million
Number Ones
'The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore', 'Make It Easy on Yourself'
Fun Facts
Scott Walker was born Noel Scott Engel before adopting his stage name during his time with The Walker Brothers. ### Although The Walker Brothers were presented as brothers, none of the members were actually related. ### Later in his career, Walker became known for highly experimental albums that profoundly influenced artists including David Bowie, Radiohead and Jarvis Cocker.
Related Artists
David Bowie, Nick Cave, Jarvis Cocker, David Sylvian, Marc Almond

Scott Walker was an American-born British singer, songwriter, composer and record producer whose career evolved from chart-topping pop success to some of the most adventurous music of the modern era.

Rising to fame in the 1960s as the lead singer of The Walker Brothers, Walker later embarked on a groundbreaking solo career with albums including ‘Scott’, ‘Scott 2’, ‘Scott 3’, ‘Scott 4’, ‘Tilt’, ‘The Drift’ and ‘Bish Bosch’.

Renowned for his rich baritone voice, orchestral arrangements and increasingly experimental compositions, he became one of the most influential and enigmatic figures in popular music. His work inspired generations of artists across rock, alternative and avant-garde music.

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Scott Walker was an American-born British singer, songwriter and composer best known as the lead singer of The Walker Brothers and for his groundbreaking solo career.
Scott Walker was born Noel Scott Engel in Hamilton, Ohio, on January 9, 1943.
His most celebrated albums include 'Scott', 'Scott 2', 'Scott 3', 'Scott 4', 'Tilt' and 'The Drift'.
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