Peter Van Hooke
Biography
Peter Van Hooke is an English drummer, television and music producer, entrepreneur, and manager. Peter Van Hooke was the drummer for the English band Mike + The Mechanics from 1985 to 1995 and also drummed for Van Morrison's band from 1978 to 1984. During the 1980s, he co-produced (along with Rod Argent) many of Tanita Tikaram's hits.
Known For & Full Filmography1 Titles
Drama Series - 1976, 16 episodes • as The Group
Rock Follies, and its sequel, Rock Follies of '77, was a musical drama shown on British television in the 1970s. The storyline, over 12 episodes and two series, followed the ups and downs of a fictional female rock band called the "Little Ladies" as they struggled for recognition and success. The series starred Rula Lenska, Charlotte Cornwell and Julie Covington as the Little Ladies, with support from Emlyn Price, Beth Porter, Sue Jones-Davies, Stephen Moore and Little Nell among others. The series was made with a very low budget for Thames Television, with a style inspired by fringe theatre. The series was a success, winning three BAFTA Awards and the soundtrack album reaching No.1 in the UK Charts.