Van Morrison - Hard Nose The Highway

Van Morrison, whose full name is Sir George Ivan Morrison, is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter and musician. He was born on August 31, 1945 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Morrison is an influential artist spanning a wide range of musical styles including rock, R&B, soul, jazz and Celtic music.

Van Morrison rose to international fame as the lead singer of Northern Irish band Them in the 1960s. His solo career began in the early 1970s, and he has since released an impressive number of albums. Some of his best-known songs are "Brown Eyed Girl," "Moondance," "Into the Mystic" and "Domino."

Morrison is known for his unique voice and his ability to combine different musical genres. He has also been recognized with numerous awards, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Van Morrison is considered one of the most influential and respected singer-songwriters in music history.