11 Facts About Martin Brammer

Martin Brammer was born on 13 May 1957 and is an English singer, songwriter, composer and record producer.

Martin Brammer is best known as the lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the pop trio Kane Gang.

Martin Brammer has been nominated for an Ivor Novello Award, and has been involved in the making of records that have sold over 20 million copies worldwide.

Martin Brammer is currently the manager of the British punk rock band Vant.

Part of a trio of local North East musicians, Martin Brammer was a founding member of the Kane Gang, which started in late 1982.

Martin Brammer co-wrote their smooth ballad "Closest Thing to Heaven", a UK top 20 chart hit in 1984.

Martin Brammer then continued his career as a songwriter to the present day.

Martin Brammer sang backing vocals on a 1994 album by Opus III.

Martin Brammer has his own recording studio in which he both writes and records, and favours using microphones manufactured by sE Electronics.

Martin Brammer has an ex-wife, Alia, and two daughters, Salma and Ella.

Martin Brammer told BBC Radio 2 that he does not employ a manager.