Peter Gabriel

Peter Gabriel is a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and human rights activist known for his innovative music and commitment to social causes. After co-founding the progressive rock band Genesis in 1965 and pioneering its sound as lead singer until his departure in 1975, Peter Gabriel launched a groundbreaking solo career marked by innovative music and visual presentations. His debut solo album, ‘Peter Gabriel,’ was released in 1977, followed by ‘Peter Gabriel 3: Melt’ in 1980 which topped the UK charts. In 1982, Gabriel expanded his vision by co-founding the WOMAD (World of Music, Arts and Dance) Festival to champion international music.

His fifth studio album, ‘So,’ released in 1986, became a global phenomenon, achieving triple platinum status in the UK and five times platinum in the US. The album featured the international hit ‘Sledgehammer,’ which garnered an unprecedented nine MTV Video Music Awards in 1987, the same year Gabriel was honored with a Brit Award for British Male Solo Artist. Gabriel continued his musical innovation by composing the soundtrack for ‘The Last Temptation of Christ’ in 1988, earning a Grammy Award for Best New Age Performance for ‘Passion’ in 1989. His commitment to social causes intensified with the co-founding of the human rights organization Witness in 1992.

Most recently, Gabriel released his highly anticipated studio album, ‘I/O,’ in 2023, continuing his legacy of innovative music and profound social engagement.