Kevin Wilkinson

Kevin Wilkinson (? 1958 - July 17, 1999) was a musician from Swindon, England.

Career

Kevin Wilkinson is credited as a former official member of several successful British pop groups, including The Waterboys (1983-84), China Crisis (1985-89) and Squeeze (1995-96). He also appeared in some of his affiliated bands' music videos.

Throughout the course of his career, Wilkinson was a highly regarded session musician, performing with other artists as diverse as Fish and The Proclaimers, and Howard Jones. He is not related to Squeeze bass player Keith Wilkinson.

Kevin Wilkinson also drummed for less well known acts - including his friend Paul Griffiths and songwriting partner Robbie Wyborn of King Strut and benefited hugely from his support and his contributions on their Sacred Ground album.

Tragically, Wilkinson committed suicide on July 17, 1999, age 41 by hanging himself at the family home in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. He is survived by his wife and three children.[1].