Nicholas Drain Lowe (born 24 March 1949, Walton-on-Thames), better known as Nick Lowe, is an English singer-songwriter, musician and producer.
A pivotal figure in UK pub rock, punk rock and new wave Lowe has recorded a string of well-reviewed solo albums. Along with vocals, Lowe plays guitar, bass guitar, piano and harmonica. He is best known for his songs "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding" (a hit for Elvis Costello), Cruel to Be Kind (a U.S. Top 40 single), and "I Love the Sound of Breaking Glass", as well as his production work with Costello.
He currently lives in Brentford, London, England.
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