Peter Bardens

Peter Bardens
Bardens with Camel at Volkshaus, Zürich in 1975
Bardens with Camel at Volkshaus, Zürich in 1975
Background information
Born(1945-06-19)19 June 1945
Westminster, London, England
Died22 January 2002(2002-01-22) (aged 56)
Malibu, California, U.S.
GenresProgressive rock
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Keyboards, vocals
Years active1965–2002
LabelsTransatlantic, Arista, Capitol, Miramar, HTD, Castle Music
Formerly ofThem, Shotgun Express, Camel, Keats, Mirage

Peter Bardens (19 June 1945 – 22 January 2002) was an English keyboardist and a founding member of the progressive rock group Camel. He played keyboards, sang, and wrote songs with Andrew Latimer. During his career, Bardens worked alongside Rod Stewart, Peter Green, Mick Fleetwood and Van Morrison. He recorded eleven solo albums.