Martin Newell (musician)
Martin Newell | |
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Newell in 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | The Psychedelic Gardener, Mr. Mule |
| Born | 4 March 1953 Harpenden, Hertfordshire, England |
| Genres | |
| Occupations | Musician, poet, columnist, author |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar, piano, bass, mandolin, harmonica |
| Years active | 1973–present |
| Labels | |
| Website | cleanersfromvenus |
Martin Newell (born 4 March 1953) is an English singer–songwriter, poet, columnist and author who leads the Cleaners from Venus, a guitar pop band with jangly, upbeat arrangements. He is also regarded as a significant figure in the history of cassette culture and DIY music.