Dave Clark (musician)

David Clark (born 15 December 1939) is an English musician, songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur. Clark was the leader, drummer and manager of the 1960s beat group the Dave Clark Five, the first British Invasion band to follow the Beatles to the United States in 1964. In 2008, Clark and his band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Not to be confused with Dave Clarke (musician).
This article is about the British musician. For the Canadian musician, see Dave Clark (Canadian musician).

Dave Clark
Clark in a 1965 US television appearance
with the Dave Clark Five
Background information
Birth nameDavid Clark
Born (1939-12-15) 15 December 1939
Tottenham, Middlesex, England
GenresBeat music
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, record producer
Instrument(s)
  • Drums
  • vocals
Years active1957–present
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