10cc are a British rock band formed in Stockport in 1972. The group initially consisted of four musicians – Graham Gouldman, Eric Stewart, Kevin Godley and Lol Creme – who had written and recorded together since 1968. The group featured two songwriting teams. Many regard Stewart and Gouldman as the predominantly pop songwriters, and Godley and Creme as the more experimental half of 10cc. Some have described Godley and Creme’s songwriting as featuring art and cinematically inspired writing.
10cc in 1973 (l-r): Gouldman, Godley, Stewart, Creme (from 10cc press-kit)
10cc crowd at Knebworth concert - 120,000 - 1976
Eric Stewart performing live in Oslo, April 1976
10cc in 2010, on the Swedish TV show Bingolotto
Graham Keith Gouldman is an English singer, musician and songwriter, best known as the co-lead singer and bassist of the art rock band 10cc. He has been the band's only constant member since its formation in 1972. Before 10cc, Gouldman worked as a freelance songwriter and penned many hits for major rock and pop groups, including the Yardbirds, the Hollies, Herman's Hermits and Ohio Express.
Gouldman performing in 2021
Gouldman performing with 10cc in 2010