Lol Creme - Biography

Lol Creme (born Laurence Neil Creme 19 September 1947 in Prestwich, England) is an English musician and music video director, best known for his work in 10cc. He sings, plays guitar and keyboards.

Biography

Creme was born to a family of Jewish descent, and later took up the nickname Lolagon. While attending art school in Manchester, he met Kevin Godley. They became part of several bands together, most significantly 10cc, and in 1976 departed 10cc together to record as Godley & Creme. The pair later became prolific music video directors, working with bands including Yes. Creme would later direct the 1991 Jamaican comedy film The Lunatic.

In 1998, Creme became a member of the band Art of Noise, along with Trevor Horn, and directed videos for such artists who recorded with them as Tom Jones. Further work with Horn followed, including forming The Producers, also with Chris Braide and Steve Lipson.

Family

Lol's son Lalo was a member of the 1990s indie-dance band Arkarna and has also worked on a number of projects with his father. His wife Angie is the sister of ex-10cc member Eric Stewart's wife Gloria.

See also

• Godley & Creme

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