Clive Timperley

# Clive Timperley

Clive Timperley is a British guitarist best known for his distinctive work with post-punk pioneers The Passions, the British-Irish outfit that emerged from the late 1970s new wave scene. His signature sound centered on intricate Echoplex guitar textures, creating a delicate yet propulsive backdrop for the band's atmospheric compositions. This innovative approach to guitar processing became a defining characteristic of The Passions' sonic identity.

Active from 1978 to 1983, Timperley contributed to the band's most notable work, including their 1981 single "I'm in Love with a German Film Star," which showcased his refined approach to guitar effects and arrangement. His work with The Passions represents an important chapter in post-punk and new wave experimentation, particularly in the use of electronic guitar processing during the early 1980s.