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 talented Canadian musician. He was born in Toronto, Ontario, on October 4, 1953. Gil is best known as the drummer and one of the main singers for the famous rock band Triumph. He shared singing duties with the band's guitarist, Rik Emmett. Before joining Triumph, Gil was part of a band called Sherman & Peabody.
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Gil's Role in Triumph
Gil Moore helped write many of Triumph's songs. He also sang lead vocals on several of them, both on albums and during live shows. While Rik Emmett's songs were often more melodic, Gil's singing and writing style leaned towards blues and hard rock. However, on Triumph's last two albums with the original lineup, Gil also started writing and singing lead on some softer, ballad-style songs.
Beyond the Band: Metalworks Studios
Gil Moore is not just a musician; he's also a successful businessman. He owns Metalworks Studios, which is Canada's largest recording studio. This amazing studio is located in Mississauga, Ontario. Metalworks Studios has been around for over 40 years, helping many famous artists record their music. Some of the big names who have recorded there include Drake, Guns N' Roses, the Cranberries, Katy Perry, Black Eyed Peas, and the Jonas Brothers. Gil Moore is the CEO of Metalworks Studios, Metalworks Production Group, and Metalworks Institute, which is a school for music and entertainment.
Awards and Achievements
Gil Moore and his band Triumph have received many awards and honors over the years. These awards celebrate their contributions to music and the arts.
Triumph's Group Awards
- In 1979, 1985, 1986, and 1987, Triumph was nominated for the Juno Award for Group of the Year.
- The band received "Keys to the City" from Buffalo, NY, in 1981 and San Antonio, TX, in 1983.
- In 1993, Triumph was inducted into the Q107 Music Hall of Fame in Toronto.
- They were honored with the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame award in 2007.
- In 2008, Triumph was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the JUNO Awards.
- The City of Mississauga named a street "Triumph Lane" in 2011.
- In 2013, Triumph was added to "Legends Row" in Mississauga.
- They received the "Legends of Live" award from Canadian Music Week in 2019.
- Triumph was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 2019.
- The City of Mississauga gave Triumph "Keys to the City" again in 2019.
- In 2021, Triumph was inducted into the Metal Hall of Fame.
Gil Moore's Personal Awards
- In 2002, Gil Moore received the Business & the Arts Award from the Mississauga Board of Trade.
- He was honored with a spot on the Music Walk of Fame in Mississauga in 2012.
- In 2015, Gil received the Laurie Pallett Patron of the Arts award from the Mississauga Arts Council.
- The Mississauga Board of Trade gave him a Lifetime Achievement award in 2016.
- In 2019, Gil received the President's Award from Heritage Mississauga.
- Music Canada recognized him as an "Artist Advocate" in 2019.
- In 2025, Gil Moore was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
- Also in 2025, he was named the Mississauga Citizen of the Year.
Metalworks Group Awards
- Metalworks Group received the SME Excellence Award from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce in 2013.
- Metalworks Production Group won the Sam McCallion Community Involvement Award in 2014.
- Metalworks Institute was named "Music School of the Year" in 2016 and 2019.
- In 2019, Metalworks Institute also received the Paul Kitchin Award for Outstanding Community Involvement.
See also
In Spanish: Gil Moore para niños
