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Mel Galley (born March 8, 1948) is an English guitarist and a former member of the Hard rock bands Whitesnake, Trapeze, Finders Keepers and Phenomena. He was born in Cannock, Staffordshire, England. While being a member of Whitesnake, he badly injured his arm in an accident at the fairground in Germany, and had to leave the band, as he was unable to play guitar because of a nerve damage as result of incompetent surgery.[1][2] Later he became known for playing with "The Claw", a specially developed spring and wire device fitted to his hand which enabled him to play guitar again. His songwriting and guitar playing skills had a major impact on Tom Galley's and Wilfried F. Rimensberger's Phenomena success.
On February 7, 2008 Mel Galley revealed he's suffering from cancer, and that he only has a short time to live. "I have been very lucky. I have seen some great bands, and played with many great musicians. And I have enjoyed some tremendous experiences. I am thankful that I can say a proper goodbye to all the friends I have made, who are now rallying round me" - he said.[3]
[edit] Discography
[edit] With Finders Keepers
"Sadie, The Cleaning Lady" (single)
[edit] With Trapeze
[edit] With Glenn Hughes
[edit] With Whitesnake
[edit] With Phenomena
[edit] With Cozy Powell
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