Andy Summers

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  • Andrew James Somers , known professionally as Andy Summers, is an English guitarist renowned for his work with the rock band The Police.

  • Born before many of his contemporaries in the music industry, Summers had a long and varied career before achieving worldwide fame.

  • He played with various bands in the 1960s and 1970s, including Zoot Money's Big Roll Band, Soft Machine, and The Animals.

  • Summers' distinctive guitar style became influential in the 1980s.

  • Beyond his work with The Police, he has pursued a successful solo career, collaborating with other musicians and composing film scores.

  • Summers is also an accomplished photographer, exhibiting his work in galleries.

  • His autobiography, "One Train Later," provides insight into his musical journey and experiences in the rock world.

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