Roger Hodgson
Roger Hodgson is a British musician and songwriter best known as the co-founder of the rock band Supertramp, alongside Rick Davies. Born on March 21, 1950, in Portsmouth, England, Hodgson was the primary vocalist and writer of many of the band's most enduring hits, including 'Give a Little Bit' and 'Take the Long Way Home.' After leaving Supertramp in 1983, he pursued a successful solo career and became renowned for his melodic songwriting and distinct voice. Hodgson's influence on rock music is profound, with his contributions to Supertramp helping to define the sound of the 1970s and 80s. His partnership with Davies was crucial in the band's rise to fame, particularly with the release of iconic albums like 'Crime of the Century' and 'Breakfast in America.'
Born on Mar 21, 1950 (75 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 6.50 | 0.08% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 56,713 | $2,700,000 | 2,256$ |
| France | 2 | 5.50 | 0.17% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 111,865 | $2,700,000 | 4,627$ |
| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 127,998 | $21,000,000 | 8,121$ |
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 28,945 | $1,700,000 | 1,295$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 25,054 | $48,000 | 42$ |
| Germany | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 62,432 | $3,845,000 | 2,865$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 7,766 | $240,000 | 183$ |
| Luxembourg | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 625,978 | 533 | $73,000 | 62$ |
| Totals | 10 | 625,209,983 | 421,306 | $32,306,000 | 19,451$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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United Kingdom:
Roger Hodgson is recognized for his songwriting and vocal contributions to Supertramp.
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France:
Roger Hodgson was Rick Davies' historical partner in Supertramp before leaving the band in 1983.
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Canada:
Davies co-wrote the band’s music with Roger Hodgson.
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Venezuela:
Rick Davies co-founded Supertramp in 1969 along with Roger Hodgson.
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Luxembourg:
Roger Hodgson was the co-founder and partner of Rick Davies in Supertramp, contributing to many of the band's famous songs.
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United Kingdom:
Davies shared writing and vocals with Hodgson, who left the group in 1983.
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Portugal:
Roger Hodgson was the first to respond to Rick Davies' advertisement to form a band that became Supertramp.
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France:
Rick Davies founded Supertramp in 1969 with singer-bassist Roger Hodgson.
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Germany:
Roger Hodgson was the other key member of Supertramp, recognized for his distinctive high voice that shaped the band's sound.
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United States:
Rick’s love of music began in his childhood listening to Gene Krupa’s ‘Drummin’ Man’ which grew into a lifelong passion for jazz, blues and rock’n’roll, co-written along with partner Roger Hodgson.
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