Paddy McAloon

The Profile

English singer-songwriter, leader and principal songwriter of Prefab Sprout, known for literate, sophisticated pop and orchestral arrangements; author of the solo album I Trawl the Megahertz.

Has experienced serious eyesight problems that have been noted in coverage of his later work; widely recognised as the principal creative force behind Prefab Sprout.

One DeBaser review examines Paddy McAloon's solo album I Trawl the Megahertz. The reviewer depicts it as meticulously crafted, orchestral and impressionistic, admiring the ambition while withholding a firm judgement. Overall reaction: admiring but cautious (rating 3/5).