Gerry Conway (musician)

Gerald Conway (11 September 1947 – 29 March 2024) was an English folk and rock drummer and percussionist. He performed with the backing band for Cat Stevens in the 1970s, with Jethro Tull during the 1980s, and was a member of Fairport Convention from 1998 to 2022. Conway also worked as a session musician. He was married to vocalist Jacqui McShee, the singer of the band Pentangle, of which he was also a member.

This article is about the drummer. For the writer, see Gerry Conway.

Gerry Conway
Conway performing at
Fairport's Cropredy Convention 2014
Background information
Born(1947-09-11)11 September 1947
King's Lynn, Norfolk, England
Died29 March 2024(2024-03-29) (aged 76)
Genres
OccupationsMusician, songwriter, record producer
InstrumentsDrums, percussion
Years active1970–2024
LabelsIsland, Matty Grooves
Formerly of
Spouse(s)Jacqui McShee
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