James Honeyman-Scott Musical artist

James "Jimmy" Honeyman-Scott (4 November 1956 – 16 June 1982) was an English rock guitarist, songwriter and founding member of the band The Pretenders.With the Pretenders, Honeyman-Scott established a reputation, in the words of Allmusic, as "one of the most original and versatile guitarists of the early-'80s new wave movement." In addition to his role as lead guitarist, Honeyman-Scott co-wrote a number of songs for the band, sang back-up vocals, and played keyboards on a few tracks. The song 2000 Miles was written for him by Chrissie Hynde and released the year after his death.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)	Jimmy
Birth date	November 04, 1956
Birth place	Herefordshire , Hereford
Date of death	June 16, 1982
Place of death	London

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Musical artist

Career started	1974
Career ended	1982
associated musical artist	The Pretenders
Background	Non vocal instrumentalist
genre	New wave music Rock music
instrument	Zemaitis Guitars Hamer Guitars
record label	Sire Records