Artist

Fad Gadget

London, United Kingdom · 1956 – 2002

Fad Gadget is a musician from London, United Kingdom, active 1956–2002. Their discography on Gatefold includes 15 records.

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Biography

Industrial / Synth-Pop project of Frank Tovey (8 September 1956 - 3 April 2002).
Tovey was the first artist signed to Mute Records. His groundbreaking "Back To Nature" single was put out as Mute's second release, in October 1979. His live shows were known for being far more physical than those of many other electronic acts of the time, often featuring Tovey injuring himself. In 1980, he released his debut album Fireside Favourites.
Following the release of his 4th album Gag in 1984, he dropped the stage name in favour of his real name. The release of The Best Of Fad Gadget in 2001 and his supporting Depeche Mode on their Exciter Tour looked set to help his relaunch as Fad Gadget, but he died form a heart attack, aged 45, at his home in London.

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