Gil Moore facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gil Moore
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| Born | October 4, 1953 Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Died | Error: Need valid death date (first date): year, month, day |
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| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, producer |
| Instruments | Drums, percussion, vocals |
| Years active | 1975–present |
| Labels | TML |
| Associated acts | Triumph |
Gil Moore is a famous Canadian musician. He was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Gil is best known as the drummer and one of the main singers for the rock band Triumph. Before Triumph, he played in a band called Sherman & Peabody.
Gil helped write many of Triumph's songs. He also sang lead vocals on several of them during concerts. His singing and songwriting style was often more focused on blues and hard rock music. This was a bit different from the band's other main singer, Rik Emmett, who often sang more melodic songs.
Music and Business
Gil Moore is not just a musician; he is also a successful businessman! He owns Metalworks Studios, which is Canada's biggest recording studio. This studio is located in Mississauga, Ontario.
Metalworks Studios has been open for over 40 years. Many famous artists have recorded their music there. Some of these include Drake, Guns N' Roses, Aerosmith, Katy Perry, and the Black Eyed Peas. Gil Moore is the CEO of Metalworks Studios. He also leads Metalworks Production Group and Metalworks Institute, which is a school for music and sound.
Awards and Recognition
Gil Moore and his band Triumph have received many awards. They have been recognized for their music and their contributions to the music industry. Gil has also been honored for his business success and community involvement.
Here are some of the awards and honors:
- In 1979, Triumph was nominated for a Juno Award for Group of the Year. They were nominated again in 1985, 1986, and 1987.
- The band received "Keys to the City" from Buffalo, NY, in 1981.
- In 2007, Triumph was inducted into the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame.
- They were also inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2008.
- In 2011, a street in Mississauga was named "Triumph Lane" in their honor.
- Gil Moore received a spot on the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame in 2012.
- In 2019, Triumph was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame.
- They also received "Keys to the City" from Mississauga in 2019.
- In 2021, Triumph was inducted into the Metal Hall of Fame.
See also
In Spanish: Gil Moore para niños
