James William Somerville (born 22 June 1961) is a Scottish pop singer and songwriter. He sang in the 1980s with the pop groups Bronski Beat and The Communards, and has also had a solo career. He is known in particular for his powerful and soulful countertenor/falsetto singing voice. He is gay; many of his songs, such as “Smalltown Boy”, contain political commentary on gay-related issues.
instruments played
Vocals
Associated Acts
Bronski Beat The Communards Marc Almond
Birth Name
James William Somerville
Genres
Pop synthpop new wave Hi-NRG
Occupations
Singer songwriter
Website
Years Active
1983 present
Name
Jimmy Somerville
Nationality
United Kingdom