Marriott is remembered for his powerful singing voice which belied his small stature, and for his aggressive approach as a guitarist in mod rock bands Small Faces (1965–1969) and Humble Pie (1969–1975 and 1980–1981)
Marriott was inducted posthumously into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012 as a member of Small Faces
In Britain, Marriott became a popular, often-photographed mod style icon through his role as lead singer and guitarist with the Small Faces in the mid to late 1960s
Marriott was influenced from an early age by his heroes including Buddy Holly, Booker T & the MG's, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, Muddy Waters and Bobby Bland
In later life Marriott became disillusioned with the music industry and turned his back on the big record companies, remaining in relative obscurity
He returned to his music roots playing the pubs and clubs around London and Essex
Marriott died on 20 April 1991 when a fire, thought to have been caused by a cigarette, swept through his 16th century home in Arkesden, Essex
He posthumously received an Ivor Novello Award in 1996 for his Outstanding Contribution to British Music, and was listed in Mojo as one of the top 100 greatest singers of all time
Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne named Marriott the fourth greatest singer and Clem Burke of Blondie named him the sixteenth greatest singer
Paul Stanley of Kiss has said, "He had a great voice" and went on to say, "Steve Marriott was unbelievable"
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What users say about Steve Marriott
Valerie Taylor: I loved watching him play. He was a great guitar player. (January 18, 2021)Reply »
Bp: Legend the original mod father (November 02, 2020)Reply »
Dr.Mod!: A great great musician who actually had a major part in the British Invasion! Had a great voice that thundered into the rock heavens! Sadly he was ripped off over and over by corrupted gangster types at England and States Italians! If he would have lived just another year Frampton and Steve would of made a fortune with reunion tour! Sadly Steve was totally beaten down and didnât realize the great 70s bands would get famous later and make a lot of money and new fame! God Speed Mate! (October 20, 2020)Reply »
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