Roy Wood is an English singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He was particularly successful in the 1960s and 1970s as member and co-founder of the Move, Electric Light Orchestra and Wizzard. As a songwriter, he contributed a number of hits to the repertoire of these bands. Altogether he had more than 20 singles in the UK Singles Chart under various guises, including three UK No. 1 hits.
Member of: The Move • Electric Light Orchestra • Wizzard
Instruments: Bagpipes • Saxophone • Oboe • Horn • Double Bass • Clarinet • Cello • Bassoon • Guitar
Genres: Glam Rock • Pop Rock • Jazz Fusion • Symphonic Rock • Art Rock
Occupations: oboist, singer-songwriter, guitarist, composer, horn player, record producer, painter