Speedy Keen

Speedy Keen
Background information
Birth nameJohn David Percy Keen
Born(1945-03-29)29 March 1945
Ealing, London, England
Died12 March 2002(2002-03-12) (aged 56)
GenresRock
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, producer
Instruments
Years active1966–2002
Labels
Formerly of

John David Percy "Speedy" Keen (29 March 1945 – 12 March 2002)[1] was a songwriter, vocalist, drummer and keyboard player, best known for his association with the rock band Thunderclap Newman. He wrote "Something in the Air" (1969) for the band, which reached No. 1 in the UK Singles Chart. He also released two solo albums.

  1. ^ The Guardian obituaries – accessed July 2013

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