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Clem Clempson is a renowned British guitarist and composer, known for his contributions to the world of rock and classical music. Born on September 5, 1949, in Tamworth, Staffordshire, England, Clempson grew up in a musical family and started playing the guitar at a young age. He was inspired by the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Jeff Beck, and soon developed his own unique style of playing. Clempson's early career began in the late 1960s when he joined the band Bakerloo as their lead guitarist. The band was known for their blues-rock sound and released their self-titled album in 1969. However, the band disbanded soon after, and Clempson went on to join Colosseum, a progressive rock band that was gaining popularity at the time. With Colosseum, Clempson recorded several albums, including "Valentyne Suite" (1969), "Daughter of Time" (1970), and "Colosseum Live" (1971). The band's unique blend of jazz, rock, and classical music earned them critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. Clempson's guitar work was a standout feature of the band's sound, and he was praised for his technical proficiency and melodic sensibility. In 1971, Clempson left Colosseum to join Humble Pie, a British rock band that had achieved international success with hits like "Natural Born Bugie" and "30 Days in the Hole." With Humble Pie, Clempson recorded several albums, including "Smokin'" (1972), "Eat It" (1973), and "Thunderbox" (1974). The band's sound was a mix of hard rock, blues, and soul, and Clempson's guitar work was a key element of their sound. During his time with Humble Pie, Clempson also worked as a session musician, playing on albums by artists like Jack Bruce, Roger Daltrey, and David Bowie. He also collaborated with fellow guitarist Dave Greenslade on the album "Cactus Choir" (1976), which featured a mix of rock, jazz, and classical music. In the late 1970s, Clempson began to focus more on classical music, studying with renowned guitarist John Williams and composer Richard Rodney Bennett. He also started to compose his own classical music, which he performed in concerts and on recordings. In 1980, he released his first solo album, "In the Public Interest," which featured a mix of rock and classical music. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Clempson continued to work as a session musician and perform with various bands and artists. He played with the reformed Colosseum in the 1990s and early 2000s, and also worked with artists like Roger Chapman, Jon Anderson, and Chris Farlowe. He also continued to release solo albums, including "Live at the Mean Fiddler" (1999) and "Smokestack" (2000). In recent years, Clempson has continued to perform and record, collaborating with artists like the Hamburg Blues Band and releasing the album "One More Mile" (2019) with his own band, Clem Clempson's Bakerloo Junction. He has also been recognized for his contributions to music, receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2019 UK Blues Awards. Clempson's career has spanned over five decades and has encompassed a wide range of musical styles. He has been praised for his technical skill, melodic sensibility, and versatility as a musician. His contributions to rock and classical music have earned him a place among the most respected guitarists of his generation.

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