Norm Fisher

Norm Fisher

Fisher (far right) on stage with Adams and his band in Victoria, British Columbia in 2006.
Background information
Born (1963-10-22) 22 October 1963
High Prairie, Alberta, Canada
Origin Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Genres Rock, rock and roll, soft rock
Occupation(s) Bass guitarist, musician
Instruments Bass guitar, backing vocals
Years active 2002–present
Associated acts Bryan Adams

Norm Fisher (born 22 October 1963) is a Canadian bass guitar player. He is most famous as a member of Canadian rocker Bryan Adams' backing band. He has also performed with other musicians such as Burton Cummings, Randy Bachman, Powder Blues Band, Long John Baldry, Paul Dean and Colin James.[1]

Background

Fisher was born on 22 October 1963, in High Prairie, Alberta. His family later moved to Vancouver. Fisher had an interest in music early in life, playing various instruments until settling on the bass guitar. Fisher was influenced by groups such as Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones, ZZ Top, Aerosmith, Queen, Pink Floyd and Black Sabbath. Through high school and beyond, Fisher played in musical groups and later played with professional musicians.[1]

Bryan Adams

In 2002, Fisher was hired by Bryan Adams to play bass guitar in his backing band, a position he has held ever since and continues to tour with Adams. He has played on Adams' albums Room Service and 11.

Personal life

Fisher currently lives in Vancouver and has a keen interest in motorcycles and fishing.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Archive/Band Area". bryanadams.com. Retrieved 2009-06-07.


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