Richard Thompson Biography

Richard Thompson is an acclaimed songwriter with multiple accolades for his talent, including an Ivor Novello Award, BBC's Lifetime Achievement Award, and a spot on Rolling Stone Magazine's Top 20 Guitarists of All Time list for his mastery of both acoustic and electric styles. Many notable artists, such as Robert Plant, REM, Elvis Costello, and Bonnie Raitt, have recorded his songs. As a live performer, Thompson is praised for his dazzling performances, with his live-tour CD Dream Attic even earning a Grammy nomination. In addition to his musical achievements, Thompson was appointed Artistic Director of London's prestigious Meltdown Festival in 2010, received the Mojo Les Paul Award, and was named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his contributions to music in the Queen's 2011 New Year Honours List.

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