| Will Crewdson | |
|---|---|
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Will Crewdson |
| Origin | London |
| Genres | Electronica, New Wave, Rock |
| Occupations | Musician |
| Instruments | Guitar |
| Associated acts | Rachel Stamp, Adam Ant, Johnette Napolitano, LIVAN |
Will Crewdson is a London-based guitarist/writer/producer best known for his work with the UK band Rachel Stamp, US singer Johnette Napolitano and Adam Ant.
Will spent 10 years touring and recording with the rock band Rachel Stamp who, at one point, became the only unsigned band to sell out the London Astoria. They also played gigs with, among others, Iggy Pop, Korn, No Doubt, The Tubes and Cheap Trick. Rachel Stamp were renowned for their rabid, glammed-up, colourful following and eventful shows. They had several record deals the biggest of which was with WEA.
After this period, Will concentrated on writing and recording with Johnette Napolitano,[1] the former singer with LA legends Concrete Blonde. The critically acclaimed Napolitano solo album Scarred was released on Hybrid Recordings in 2007. He is also collaborating with the US director/writer Tom DiCillo as one half of The Black and Blue Orkestre.
In 2010 Will played live, recorded and musically directed for Adam Ant's solo band. Gigs included a sell out show at London's Scala. He also help organise a tribute to the late Adam and the Ants guitarist, Matthew Ashman again at the London Scala on Nov 21st 2010. Will played lead guitar on the night with the remaining members of Matthew's bands Bow Wow Wow and Chiefs of Relief (featuring Paul Cook from Sex Pistols on drums and Billy Morrison on vocals) as well as performing another set with Adam Ant.
As well as these projects, Will has also played guitar for the following: Malcolm McLaren, Tom Jones, Bryan Ferry, Westworld, Celine Dion, Appleton, Pigface, Tyler James, T-Rexstasy, Billy Bragg and Dragons.