Gary Numan
Biography
Gary Numan, born on 8 March 1958 in the United Kingdom, is an English singer, composer, and musician renowned for his contributions to electronic music. He achieved significant success in the late 1970s and early 1980s, most notably with his chart-topping hits "Are 'Friends' Electric?" and "Cars." Numan's distinctive sound is characterized by heavy synthesiser hooks combined with guitar effects, earning him recognition as a pioneer of commercial electronic music. Although his mainstream popularity peaked decades ago, he continues to maintain a dedicated cult following. Numan is also known for his positive atheism, which he has reflected through anti-religious motifs in his work. He currently resides in the United States and is married.
- Birth name: Gary Anthony James Webb
- Born: 8 March 1958 (67 years old)
- Country: United Kingdom
- Residence: United States
- Height: 173 cm (5' 8")
- Status: Married
