Spencer Davis

Spencer Davis (born Spencer David Nelson Davies; 17 July 1939 – 19 October 2020) was a Welsh musician and founder of the Spencer Davis Group. This band achieved success in the 1960s with hits like 'Keep On Running', 'Gimme Some Lovin'', and 'I'm a Man', all featuring Steve Winwood on vocals. After his musical career, Davis worked as an A&R executive with Island Records. Born in Swansea, Wales, on 17 July 1939, Davis showed an early interest in music, learning to play the harmonica from his uncle Herman. Growing up during The Blitz, he witnessed the destruction of his hometown. Davis attended Dynevor School and later moved to London at 16 to pursue his musical aspirations.More