Ray Davies
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- June 21, 1944 in Fortis Green, London, England
- Active Years
- 1968–2024 (57 Years)
- Total Credits
- 44 credits in database
Biography
Sir Raymond Douglas Davies is an English musician who was born on June 21, 1944, in Fortis Green, London, England. He served as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary songwriter for the rock band the Kinks. He led the group alongside his younger brother Dave, who provided lead guitar and backing vocals. The Davies brothers were the band's only consistent members. In 1963, Ray Davies joined Dave's band, which was then called the Ravens, on rhythm guitar and vocals. He is also known for acting.
Career overview
Sir Raymond Douglas Davies was born on June 21, 1944, in Fortis Green, located in Muswell Hill, north of London, England. He is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and actor whose career includes thirty-seven known credits. In 1963, he joined his younger brother Dave in the band The Ravens on rhythm guitar and vocals.
He subsequently became the lead singer, rhythm guitarist, and primary songwriter for the rock band the Kinks. He led the group alongside his younger brother Dave, who provided lead guitar and backing vocals. The Davies brothers were the band's only consistent members. Beyond his musical contributions, Ray Davies has also acted in television and film productions throughout his career.
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Full Filmography
44 titles- 60 Songs: BBC Two at 60 (2024) as Self (archive footage)
- The Kinks - Echoes of a World (2018)
- Bobby (2016) as Self
- More Dangerous Songs: And the Banned Played On (2014) as Self - Performer
- London 2012 Olympic Games (2012) as Self
- London: The Modern Babylon (2012) as Self
- London 2012 Olympic Closing Ceremony: A Symphony of British Music (2012) as Self
- Jools Holland: London Calling (2012) as Self
- The Kinks: At the BBC 1964-1994 (2012)
- The Kinks: Paris 1965 (2012) as Performer
- Hard Rock Calling 2011 (2011) as Self
- Acoustic at the BBC (2011) as Self (archive footage)
- Mando Diao: MTV Unplugged - Above and Beyond (2010) as Himself
- Ray Davies: Imaginary Man (2010) as Self
- The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts (2009) as Self
- The Kinks: Kronology (1965-1979) (2009)
- The Kinks: Life on the Road (2009)
- Beat Club: The 40th Anniversary Edition (2008) as Self (archive footage)
- The Kinks: The Live Broadcasts (2006) as Himself
- Party at the Palace: The Queen's Concerts, Buckingham Palace (2002) as Self - Performer
- Later... with Jools Holland (1992)
- The Kinks: Shindig! Presents The Kinks (1992) as Self
- Absolute Beginners (1986) as Arthur, Colin's Dad
- Absolute Beginners (1986) Songs
- Come Dancing with The Kinks (1986)
- Come Dancing with The Kinks (1986) Writer
- The Story of the Kinks (1985) as Self
- Return to Waterloo (1984) as Subway singer
- Return to Waterloo (1984) Director
- Return to Waterloo (1984) Writer
- Return to Waterloo (1984) Original Music Composer
- The Kinks - One for the Road (1980) as Himself
- The Kinks - One for the Road (1980) Producer
- The Old Grey Whistle Test's Christmas Concert: The Kinks (1977)
- Soap Opera (1975)
- Rockpalast (1974) as Self (vocal guitar)
- Late Night Drama (1974) as Star
- Late Night Drama (1974) Writer
- Starmaker (1974) as Star
- The Kinks In Concert (1973) as Performer (lead vocals, guitar)
- Percy (1971) Original Music Composer
- The Long Distance Piano Player (1970) as Pete, the Piano Player
- Late Night Horror (1968) Music
- King Bee - The Slim Harpo Story as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ray Davies best known for?
Ray Davies is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including BUNK'D: Learning the Ropes (2015), Later... with Jools Holland (1992), Rockpalast (1974), Percy (1971).
When and where was Ray Davies born?
Ray Davies was born on June 21, 1944 in Fortis Green, London, England.
How many credits does Ray Davies have?
Ray Davies has accumulated over 44 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1968 to 2024.
What is Ray Davies's background in cinema and television?
Sir Raymond Douglas Davies is an English musician who was born on June 21, 1944, in Fortis Green, London, England. He served as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary songwriter for the rock band the Kinks. He led the group alongside his younger brother Dave, who provided lead guitar and backing vocals. The D...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Rockpalast (1974) as Self (vocal guitar) — aged about 30
- Later... with Jools Holland (1992) — aged about 48
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