Nik Turner nickname(s):
Thunder Rider, Nik Turner
Nik Turner date of birth:
August 28, 1940
How old is Nik Turner?
86
Where was Nik Turner born?
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
What is Nik Turner nationality?
British
What is Nik Turner's occupation?
Musician, songwriter
Nik Turner claim to fame:
Hawkwind
What genre is Nik Turner's work?
Space rock, Jazz Fusion
What instruments does Nik Turner play?
Vocals, Saxophone, Flute
Short Biography
Nicholas "Nik" Turner (born 26 August 1940, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England) is an English musician, best known as a former member of space rock pioneers Hawkwind. Turner plays saxophones, flute, sings and is a composer. While with Hawkwind, Turner was known for his experimental free jazz stylisations and outrageous stage presence, often donning full makeup and Ancient Egypt-inspired costumes.