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{{Short description|British guitarist (b. 1950)}}
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{{Infobox musical artist
{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Ted Turner
| name = Ted Turner
| birth_name = David Alan Turner
| birth_name = David Alan Turner
| background = solo_singer
| image =
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| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1950|8|2|df=yes}}
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1950|8|2|df=yes}}
| birth_place = [[Birmingham]], England
| birth_place = [[Birmingham]], England
| instrument = Electric guitar, [[lap steel guitar]], vocals
| instrument = Guitar, vocals
| genre = [[Rock music]], [[progressive rock]], Blues [[art rock]], new age soul
| genre = [[Rock music|Rock]], [[progressive rock]], [[blues]] [[art rock]], new age soul
| occupation = Singer–songwriter, musician, producer.
| occupation = Musician
| years_active = 1969–present
| years_active = 1969–present
| label =
| associated_acts = [[Martin Turner]], [[Wishbone Ash]]
| website = {{URL|tedturnerandmajella.com}}
| website = {{URL|tedturnerandmajella.com}}
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'''David Alan''' "'''Ted'''" '''Turner''' (born 2 August 1950) is an English guitarist and vocalist best known for his work with the 1970s rock band [[Wishbone Ash]], in which he was famed for his twin lead guitar [[instrumental]] [[arrangement]]s with [[Andy Powell]]. Turner also contributed [[lap steel guitar]] to a variety of Wishbone Ash recordings.<ref name=Allmusic/><ref name=RSArgus/>
'''David Alan''' "'''Ted'''" '''Turner''' (born 2 August 1950) is an English guitarist and vocalist, best known for his work with the rock band [[Wishbone Ash]], in which he was famed for his twin lead guitar instrumental arrangements with [[Andy Powell]]. Turner also contributed [[lap steel guitar]] to a variety of Wishbone Ash recordings.<ref name="Allmusic">{{Cite web|url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/ted-turner-mn0000024200|title=Ted Turner Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More|website=[[AllMusic]]|access-date=21 July 2024}}</ref>


==Career==
==Career==
===Pre-Wishbone Ash===
===Pre-Wishbone Ash===
Prior to Wishbone Ash, Turner played with the Birmingham band, [[King Biscuit (band)|King Biscuit]].
Prior to Wishbone Ash, Turner played with the Birmingham band, King Biscuit.


===Wishbone Ash===
===Wishbone Ash===
Turner joined Wishbone Ash in 1969, leaving after their fourth album, ''[[Wishbone Four]]'', in 1974.
Turner joined Wishbone Ash in 1969. Extensive touring followed, whilst also recording the albums ''[[Wishbone Ash (album)|Wishbone Ash]]'', ''[[Pilgrimage (Wishbone Ash album)|Pilgrimage]]'', and ''[[Argus (album)|Argus]]''. He left the band after their fourth album, ''[[Wishbone Four]]'', in 1974.


His main guitar during this period was a Gibson Les Paul. He also used a Fender Stratocaster and vintage lap steel guitars. Wishbone Ash also used the early [[Orange Music Electronic Company|Orange]]/Matamp [[amplifier]]s during this period.
His main guitar during this period was a Gibson Les Paul. He also used a Fender Stratocaster and vintage lap steel guitars. Wishbone Ash also used the early [[Orange Music Electronic Company|Orange]]/Matamp [[amplifier]]s during this period.


In 1971, Turner was invited to play on [[John Lennon]]'s ''[[Imagine (John Lennon album)|Imagine]]'', on "[[Crippled Inside]]" and "[[How Do You Sleep? (John Lennon song)|How Do You Sleep]]", playing acoustic guitar on both tracks, with Crippled Inside being used on the album.
In 1971, Turner was invited to play on [[John Lennon]]'s ''[[Imagine (John Lennon album)|Imagine]]'', on "[[Crippled Inside]]" and "[[How Do You Sleep? (John Lennon song)|How Do You Sleep]]", playing acoustic guitar on both tracks. Other sessions included artists [[Cilla Black]], [[George Harrison]] and [[Al Stewart]].


===Post-Wishbone Ash===
===Post-Wishbone Ash===
In the spring of 1974, Ted left Wishbone Ash and the music business to travel the world. By 1975 he had found his way to [[New Orleans]] and into the 'World Man Band' project, an attempt to raise global consciousness through rock music based upon information from [[R. Buckminster Fuller]] working with Michael Mitchell.Later that same year, Turner moved to Los Angeles to record music with artists including George Harrison, [[Billy Preston]] and [[Al Stewart]]. {{citation needed|date=June 2017}}
In the spring of 1974, Turner left Wishbone Ash and the music business to travel the world. By 1975 he had found his way to [[New Orleans]] and into the 'World Man Band' project, an attempt to raise global consciousness through rock music based upon information from [[R. Buckminster Fuller]] working with Michael Mitchell. Later that same year, Turner moved to Los Angeles to write record music with a friend, Tom Gebr, also known as Songwriter Tom MacLear.


In 1980, Turner returned to England and did studio work with [[Stewart Copeland]], [[Gene October]], and [[Brian James (guitarist). The next year found him once again in the United States, where he married and formed a new band. Called "Choice", it featured Greg Cook (guitars, keyboards, and vocals), Robbie Hewlett (bass guitar) and Bobby Dean Wickland (drums). In 1982, Ted joined Joey Molland's [[Badfinger]] and toured the country with them.
In 1980, Turner returned to England and did studio work with [[Stewart Copeland]], [[Gene October]], and [[Brian James (guitarist)|Brian James]]. The next year found him once again in the United States, where he married and formed a new band called Choice. Choice featured Greg Cook (guitars, keyboards, and vocals), Robbie Hewlett (bass guitar) and Bobby Dean Wickland (drums). In 1982, Turner joined [[Joey Molland]]'s [[Badfinger]] and toured the country with them.


From 1983 to 1985, Turner was involved in various recording projects. In 1985 he moved to Chicago, recorded with various artistes including [[Sugar Blue]]a blues harmonica player used by The Rolling Stones on their hit song “Miss You”.
From 1983 to 1985, Turner was involved in various recording projects. In 1985 he moved to Chicago, recorded with various artistes including [[Sugar Blue]].


===Rejoining Wishbone Ash===
===Rejoining Wishbone Ash===
In 1987 he rejoined Wishbone Ash and with them recorded "[[Nouveau Calls]]" for [[Miles Copeland III]]'s No Speak [[record label|label]]. In the spring of 1988, the original Wishbone Ash toured England and Europe for the first time in 15 years, and in the autumn of that year Turner and Andy Powell were invited to join Copeland's "Night of the Guitar" tour. That group included such guitar legends as [[Randy California]], [[Peter Haycock]], [[Steve Howe (guitarist)|Steve Howe]], [[Steve Hunter]], [[Robby Krieger]], [[Leslie West]], [[Alvin Lee]] and [[Jan Akkerman]].
In 1987, he rejoined Wishbone Ash and with them recorded ''[[Nouveau Calls]]'' for [[Miles Copeland III]]'s No Speak [[record label|label]]. In the spring of 1988, the original Wishbone Ash toured England and Europe for the first time in 15 years, and in the autumn of that year, Turner and Andy Powell were invited to join Copeland's Night of the Guitar Tour. That group included such guitarists as [[Randy California]], [[Peter Haycock]], [[Steve Howe (guitarist)|Steve Howe]], [[Steve Hunter]], [[Robby Krieger]], [[Leslie West]], [[Alvin Lee]] and [[Jan Akkerman]].


===Later work===
===Later work===
Turner continued to tour and record with Wishbone Ash until 1994 when he once again decided to depart. In that same year, he suffered – and witnessed – the loss of his son Kipp, who was killed by a drunk driver in [[Scottsdale, Arizona]]. He now has a daughter Sloane. He has also made guest appearances with [[Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash|Martin Turner's band]]. [[Martin Turner]] (no relation) was also a founding original member of Wishbone Ash, bassist/vocalist. This included a performance at the High Voltage Festival in London's Victoria Park in July 2010. Other festival appearances in Japan and Mexico.
Turner continued to tour and record with Wishbone Ash recording ''[[Here to Hear]]'' (1989), ''Strange Affair'' (1991), and ''The Ash Live in Chicago'' (1992), until 1994 when he once again decided to depart. In that same year, he suffered – and witnessed – the loss of his son Kipp, who was killed by a drunk driver in [[Scottsdale, Arizona]]. He now has a daughter Sloane. He has also made guest appearances with Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash. [[Martin Turner]] (no relation) was also a founding original member of Wishbone Ash. This included a performance at the High Voltage Festival in London's Victoria Park in July 2010. There were other festival appearances in Japan and Mexico. Also, an appearance with Andy Powell's band at Ashcon.


In February 2014 Ted married Majella. A gifted singer-songwriter, and in the spring of 2018 released their first musical collaboration “Better Together” receiving international acclaim and the birth of a new musical genre “New Age Soul”. The album was nominated for “best album of the year 2018” by Get Ready To Rock Radio, one of the major U.K. stations.
In February 2014, he married Majella, a gifted singer-songwriter. In early 2018, they released their first musical collaboration, ''Better Together'', receiving international acclaim and the birth of a new musical genre 'New Age Soul'.{{citation needed|date=July 2024}} The album was nominated for 'Best album of the year 2018' by Get Ready To Rock Radio. A second album, ''Divine Timing'', was released on 21 December 2021.
A second album “Divine Timing” was released December 21st 2021 adding to their increasing popularity.


==Recognition==
==Recognition==
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==References==
==References==
{{Reflist|refs=
{{Reflist}}
<ref name=Allmusic>Hill, Gary. [{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p133277|pure_url=yes}} Ted Turner] at [[Allmusic]]</ref>
<ref name=RSArgus>Cromelin, Richard. [https://www.rollingstone.com/artists/wishboneash/albums/album/283297/review/6067631/argus ''Argus'' album review]{{dead link|date=August 2021|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}, ''[[Rolling Stone]], 17 August 1972</ref>
}}


==External links==
==External links==
* {{Official website|http://www.tedturnerguitar.com}}
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20160303192154/http://www.tedturnerguitar.com/ Tedturnerguitar.com] (Webarchive)
* [http://www.wishboneash.com Official Website of the Band Wishbone Ash].
* [http://www.wishboneash.com Official website of Wishbone Ash]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20080724221410/http://www.wishboneash.co.uk/ 'Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash' official site].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20080724221410/http://www.wishboneash.co.uk/ 'Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash' official site]
* [http://www.tedturnerandmajella.com official site].
* [http://www.tedturnerandmajella.com Tedturnerandmajella.com]



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Latest revision as of 21:54, 21 July 2024

For other people named Ted Turner, see Ted Turner (disambiguation).
Ted Turner
Birth nameDavid Alan Turner
Born (1950-08-02) 2 August 1950 (age 74)
Birmingham, England
GenresRock, progressive rock, blues art rock, new age soul
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Guitar, vocals
Years active1969–present
Websitetedturnerandmajella.com

David Alan "Ted" Turner (born 2 August 1950) is an English guitarist and vocalist, best known for his work with the rock band Wishbone Ash, in which he was famed for his twin lead guitar instrumental arrangements with Andy Powell. Turner also contributed lap steel guitar to a variety of Wishbone Ash recordings.[1]

Career

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Pre-Wishbone Ash

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Prior to Wishbone Ash, Turner played with the Birmingham band, King Biscuit.

Wishbone Ash

[edit]

Turner joined Wishbone Ash in 1969. Extensive touring followed, whilst also recording the albums Wishbone Ash, Pilgrimage, and Argus. He left the band after their fourth album, Wishbone Four, in 1974.

His main guitar during this period was a Gibson Les Paul. He also used a Fender Stratocaster and vintage lap steel guitars. Wishbone Ash also used the early Orange/Matamp amplifiers during this period.

In 1971, Turner was invited to play on John Lennon's Imagine, on "Crippled Inside" and "How Do You Sleep", playing acoustic guitar on both tracks. Other sessions included artists Cilla Black, George Harrison and Al Stewart.

Post-Wishbone Ash

[edit]

In the spring of 1974, Turner left Wishbone Ash and the music business to travel the world. By 1975 he had found his way to New Orleans and into the 'World Man Band' project, an attempt to raise global consciousness through rock music based upon information from R. Buckminster Fuller working with Michael Mitchell. Later that same year, Turner moved to Los Angeles to write record music with a friend, Tom Gebr, also known as Songwriter Tom MacLear.

In 1980, Turner returned to England and did studio work with Stewart Copeland, Gene October, and Brian James. The next year found him once again in the United States, where he married and formed a new band called Choice. Choice featured Greg Cook (guitars, keyboards, and vocals), Robbie Hewlett (bass guitar) and Bobby Dean Wickland (drums). In 1982, Turner joined Joey Molland's Badfinger and toured the country with them.

From 1983 to 1985, Turner was involved in various recording projects. In 1985 he moved to Chicago, recorded with various artistes including Sugar Blue.

Rejoining Wishbone Ash

[edit]

In 1987, he rejoined Wishbone Ash and with them recorded Nouveau Calls for Miles Copeland III's No Speak label. In the spring of 1988, the original Wishbone Ash toured England and Europe for the first time in 15 years, and in the autumn of that year, Turner and Andy Powell were invited to join Copeland's Night of the Guitar Tour. That group included such guitarists as Randy California, Peter Haycock, Steve Howe, Steve Hunter, Robby Krieger, Leslie West, Alvin Lee and Jan Akkerman.

Later work

[edit]

Turner continued to tour and record with Wishbone Ash recording Here to Hear (1989), Strange Affair (1991), and The Ash Live in Chicago (1992), until 1994 when he once again decided to depart. In that same year, he suffered – and witnessed – the loss of his son Kipp, who was killed by a drunk driver in Scottsdale, Arizona. He now has a daughter Sloane. He has also made guest appearances with Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash. Martin Turner (no relation) was also a founding original member of Wishbone Ash. This included a performance at the High Voltage Festival in London's Victoria Park in July 2010. There were other festival appearances in Japan and Mexico. Also, an appearance with Andy Powell's band at Ashcon.

In February 2014, he married Majella, a gifted singer-songwriter. In early 2018, they released their first musical collaboration, Better Together, receiving international acclaim and the birth of a new musical genre 'New Age Soul'.[citation needed] The album was nominated for 'Best album of the year 2018' by Get Ready To Rock Radio. A second album, Divine Timing, was released on 21 December 2021.

Recognition

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He has been voted one of Rolling Stone's 'Top Twenty Rock Guitarists of All Time', and named by Traffic magazine as "one of the most important guitarists in rock history".[citation needed]

References

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  1. ^ "Ted Turner Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic. Retrieved 21 July 2024.
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