Andy McCluskey

Biography

Andy McCluskey is an English singer, songwriter, and musician, best known as the co-founder, lead vocalist, and bassist for the pioneering synth-pop band Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD). McCluskey's distinctive baritone voice and energetic stage presence have been hallmarks of the group since its formation in 1978. With OMD, he wrote or co-wrote influential hits like 'Enola Gay', 'Joan of Arc', and 'If You Leave'. After OMD's initial run, he found major success as a songwriter and producer, most notably creating the girl group Atomic Kitten and penning their number-one single 'Whole Again'. He later reformed OMD with *Paul Humphreys*, releasing acclaimed albums and touring extensively.