Dave Rowntree

Dave Rowntree achieved stardom as the drummer of Blur, one of the quintessential Brit-pop outfits of the 1990s. Rowntree anchored the group throughout their eventful decade as one of the most popular bands in Britain, then chose to pursue a variety of interests following the group's separation in the mid-2000s. He worked in computer animation, directing the television show Empire Square, spent some time as a radio broadcaster, and became a solicitor, eventually pursuing a political career as a Labour Party candidate. Rowntree maintained a connection to music through composing film scores and recurring Blur reunions but he didn't launch a solo career until 2023, when he released his debut album Radio Songs.