Steve Gilpin facts for kids
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Steve Gilpin
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| Birth name | Stephen Ellis Gilpin |
| Born | 28 April 1949 Wellington, New Zealand |
| Died | 6 January 1992 (aged 42) Southport, Queensland, Australia |
| Genres | Progressive rock, new wave |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 1972–1991 |
| Labels | Strange, HMV |
Stephen Ellis Gilpin (born April 28, 1949 – died January 6, 1992) was a talented singer from New Zealand. He became well-known after winning a TV talent show called New Faces in 1972. Steve sang both by himself and with different music groups. Sadly, he passed away at the age of 42 after a car accident.
About Steve Gilpin
Early Life and Music Career
Stephen Ellis Gilpin was born in Wellington, New Zealand, on April 28, 1949. He started his music journey as a cabaret singer. This meant he performed in hotels and clubs.
In 1972, Steve released his first songs. These included singles like "Spring" and "Anna, No Can Do." Later that year, he won the TV talent show New Faces. This made him a popular singer in New Zealand. After his win, Steve released more singles. Over time, he moved from cabaret singing to rock music.
Forming Music Bands
In 1976, Steve Gilpin met a progressive rock band called Father Thyme. He suggested they work together. This led to new musical adventures for him.
In 1977, Steve started his own band named Fragments of Time. He played with Don Martin, who played bass guitar, and Alan Moon, who played keyboards. Both Don and Alan used to be in Father Thyme. Alan Moon soon left the band. Murray Burns then joined as the new keyboard player. Kevin Stanton joined on guitar, and Phil Start played the drums. Later, Steve Osborne took over as the drummer.
Steve also performed with another band called Under Rapz. This band mostly played cover songs. Steve lived on a farm near Mullumbimby in Australia.
Steve Gilpin's Passing
On November 25, 1991, Steve was driving home. He had just finished a show with Under Rapz in Byron Bay. He was in a car accident and was badly hurt. Steve went into a coma and never woke up. He passed away at a hospital in Southport on January 6, 1992. He was 42 years old. Steve was buried on his property. Two special concerts were held in February to help his wife, Maggie, and their two children.
