Gregor Philp
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Gregor Philp | |
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 Philp performing with Deacon Blue at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh, 2025 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | Dundee, Scotland |
| Genres | Pop, alternative rock, television soundtracks |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, musician, songwriter, producer |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, keyboards, vocals |
| Years active | 1984–present[1] |
Gregor Grant Philp[2] is a Scottish guitarist, songwriter, and producer, best known for his role as the lead guitarist of the pop-rock band Deacon Blue. He joined the band in 2008,[3] contributing lead guitar, songwriting, backing vocals and production since 2012.[4]
Biography
[edit]Early life and career
[edit]Born in Dundee, Scotland, Philp began playing guitar at the age of 10 and started performing with local bands by his mid-teens. Before joining Deacon Blue, he collaborated with drummer Dougie Vipond in the band Swiss Family Orbison and worked extensively as a composer and music producer for television.[5]
His television work includes musical contributions to TV shows such as Monarch of the Glen and Taggart, and children's TV shows Balamory and Me Too.[6]
Deacon Blue (2008–present)
[edit]Philp started working with Deacon Blue in 2008,[7] following the death of original guitarist Graeme Kelling. His first studio album with the band was The Hipsters (2012), where he co-wrote several tracks. He has since co-produced and co-written songs on subsequent albums, including A New House (2014), Believers (2016), City of Love (2020), Riding on the Tide of Love (2021), and The Great Western Road (2025).[8] He also played on the live album and DVD Deacon Blue Live at the Glasgow Barrowlands (2017).[9]
Other projects
[edit]Beyond Deacon Blue and featuring on Ricky Ross's solo work,[10] Philp has collaborated with artists such as Eliza Wren Payne (aka Wrenne) and David Byrne.[11] He has also been a member of the band Heavy Little Elephants. [12][13]
Personal life
[edit]Philp lives in Broughty Ferry, Dundee, Scotland.[14]
References
[edit]- ^ "Gregor Philp - LinkedIn profile". Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Works written by: PHILP GREGOR GRANT". ACE Title Search. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Gregor Philp". Itslivescotland. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Deacon Blue albums". Glasgow Skyline. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "About - Deacon Blue". Deaconblue.com. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Deacon Blue - Exclusive in-depth interview with the returning hitmakers". Crossrhythms.co.uk. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Meet the Band". Glasgow Skyline. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Deacon Blue albums". Glasgow Skyline. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Official DEACON BLUE Store - Live at the..." Deaconblue.tmstor.es. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Ricky Ross - Trouble Came Looking - Releases - Discogs". Discogs. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "David Byrne: Lead Us Not Into Temptation - Music from the film..." Davidbyrne.com. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Heavy Little Elephants - Spotify". Spotify. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Gregor Philp". Itslivescotland. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "Gregor Philp". X.com. Retrieved 7 May 2025.