Van Morrison

Van Morrison, OBE ; (born George Ivan Morrison; 31 August 1945) is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and musician. His live performances at their best are regarded as transcendental and inspired; while some of his recordings, such as the studio albums Astral Weeks and Moondance, and the live album It's Too Late to Stop Now, are widely viewed as among the greatest ever made. Known as "Van the Man" to his fans, Morrison started his professional ca... More

Date of birth:

  • Aug 31, 1945 (age 66 years)

Place of birth:

Place Musical Career Began:

Active as Musical Artist (start):

  • 1958

Also known as:

  • George Ivan Morrison,
  • Van the Man,
  • The Belfast Cowboy

Music

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Awards

Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals Winners

Hall of fame inductions:

Date Hall of fame Category
  • 1993
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