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Brian Potter: The Songwriting Maestro Behind Iconic Hits
9 Jul
Summary
- Brian Potter, acclaimed British songwriter, passed away at 87.
- He co-wrote numerous 1970s chart-toppers with Dennis Lambert.
- His hits included 'Rhinestone Cowboy' and 'Baby Come Back'.
Brian Potter, a highly versatile British producer and songwriter, has passed away at the age of 87. He had been living with Alzheimer's disease in recent years.
Working extensively with American partner Dennis Lambert, Potter was instrumental in creating numerous 1970s hits. These included Glen Campbell's US No. 1 'Rhinestone Cowboy' (1975), Player's 'Baby Come Back,' and the Four Tops' 'Ain't No Woman (Like the One I've Got).'
Potter's early success began as a lyricist for the Small Faces, co-writing their 1965 hit 'Whatcha Gonna Do About It.' He later relocated to the US to foster his creative partnership with Lambert.
Their songwriting catalog also features 'It Only Takes a Minute' for Tavares, which later became a hit for Take That, and 'One Tin Soldier,' a protest song against the Vietnam War. Potter's production skills were evident in his work with artists like Dusty Springfield and the Righteous Brothers.
Potter and Lambert earned two Grammy nominations in 1976 for their work on Glen Campbell's album 'Rhinestone Cowboy.' After his partnership with Lambert concluded, Potter continued to write for artists including the Pointer Sisters and George Duke, and also contributed to musical theatre and children's television projects.
