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Denis Payton

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Denis Payton was born on August 11, 1943, in London, England. He was an English rock musician best known as a member of the Dave Clark Five, a prominent band during the 1960s British Invasion era. Payton contributed to the group's distinctive sound, which helped them achieve international success with hits like "Glad All Over." As a saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, he played a key role in the band's performances and recordings, contributing to the vibrant rock and pop scene of the time.

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