Henry Padovani
Henry Padovani | |
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Padovani in 2016 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Henri Padovani |
| Born | 14 October 1952 Bastia, Corsica, France |
| Genres | Post-punk, new wave, punk rock, reggae, instrumental rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, producer |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals, piano |
| Years active | 1972–present |
| Formerly of | The Police, Wayne County & the Electric Chairs |
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Henry (or Henri) Padovani (born 14 October 1952) is a French musician noted for being the original guitarist of English rock band the Police. He was a member of the band from January 1977 to August 1977 and was replaced by Andy Summers, who had originally been part of the band as a second guitarist. Following his departure from the band, Padovani was handed the rhythm guitar spot with Wayne County & the Electric Chairs, before forming his own band, The Flying Padovanis.