Richard Ashcroft
Richard Paul Ashcroft (born 11 September 1971) is an English musician, singer, and songwriter. He formed the alternative rock band the Verve in 1990 and served as the sole songwriter, lead singer and rhythm guitarist throughout the band's lifetime. In 2000, Ashcroft embarked on a solo career, releasing six UK top-three solo albums, including Alone with Everybody, Keys to the World and These People.
Ashcroft's songwriting has been commended by the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors twice with an Ivor Novello Award. The Verve's Urban Hymns is one of the UK's best-selling albums of all time. Ashcroft's work has influenced artists such as Oasis, Coldplay, and the Britpop and indie rock genres. Noel Gallagher of Oasis described Ashcroft as a "genius", and Chris Martin of Coldplay called him "the best singer in the world".
On 10 October 2025, Ashcroft released his seventh studio album, Lovin' You.
Lovin’ You
- 2025-10-10T00:00:00.000000Z
These People
- 2016-05-20T00:00:00.000000Z
Lovin' You
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Lover
- 2025-05-22T00:00:00.000000Z
Sonnet
- 2021-10-06T00:00:00.000000Z
Rare Vibration
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Hey Columbo
- 2018-10-05T00:00:00.000000Z
Hold On
- 2016-05-27T00:00:00.000000Z
These People
- 2016-05-20T00:00:00.000000Z
The Journey
- 2009-12-11T00:00:00.000000Z
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