Richard Ashcroft

About

English rock singer best known as the lead vocalist of alternative rock band The Verve, best known for their hit "Bittersweet Symphony." He also played with RPA & The United Stations of Sound. His musical fame has led him to amass over 210,000 followers on his richardashcroftofficial Instagram account. 

Before Fame

He attended Up Holland High School. 

Trivia

He made a live appearance at London's Royal Albert Hall as part of the 3rd Annual Teenage Cancer Trust charity fundraising event.

Family Life

He married Kate Radley, a former member of Spiritualized, in 1995. The couple has two sons: Sonny and Cassius. 

Associated With

He became very good friends with Coldplay's Chris Martin.