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Gary Wright is a musician, singer, and songwriter who was born on April 26, 1943, in Cresskill, New Jersey, United States. He is best known for his hit singles "Dream Weaver" and "Love Is Alive" which were released in the 1970s. Wright began his music career in the 1960s as a keyboardist for the band Spooky Tooth. He played with them until 1970 when he decided to pursue a solo career. He released his debut solo album "Extraction" in 1970, which featured contributions from fellow musicians George Harrison, Ringo Starr, and Eric Clapton. Wright's breakthrough came in 1975 with the release of his album "The Dream Weaver," which featured the hit single of the same name. The song reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a classic rock radio staple. The album also included the hit single "Love Is Alive," which peaked at number 2 on the same chart. In addition to his successful music career, Wright has also been involved in various spiritual and philanthropic pursuits. He has studied and practiced yoga for many years and has written several books on the subject. He also founded the Humanitarian Project, an organization dedicated to helping underprivileged children in India. Gary Wright is a respected musician and songwriter who has left a lasting impact on the music industry with his unique blend of rock, pop, and spiritual influences. Spooky Tooth (1967 - 1970) Solo (1970 - 1972) Wonderwheel (1971 - 1972) Albums:
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