Denny Laine

British musician

Also known as: Brian Hines

Written by

The Information Architects of Encyclopaedia Britannica

Last updated

July 21, 2026

Quick Summary

Denny Laine, born Brian Hines, was a British musician and singer-songwriter, known for his work with the Moody Blues and Paul McCartney and Wings. He was an original member of the Moody Blues, a band formed in Birmingham, England, in 1964, which pioneered art rock by blending pop and classical music. Laine later joined Paul McCartney and Wings, contributing to their success in the 1970s. He passed away on December 5, 2023.12

Summary created from Britannica articles using AI. AI can make mistakes, so verify using Britannica articles.

2 Britannica Sources

Ask Britannica AI about this topic

Britannica doesn't have a full article on this topic, so we've curated a list of our relevant coverage.

Paul McCartney and Wings
Beginnings and Wild Life
He invited guitarist Denny Laine (b. Brian Hines, October 29, 1944, near Jersey, Channel Islands), former Moody Blues member and longtime friend, as well as Ram session drummer Denny Seiwell (b. July 10, 1943, Lehighton, Pennsylvania) to join.
Read More
He invited guitarist Denny Laine (b. Brian Hines, October 29, 1944, near Jersey, Channel Islands), former Moody Blues member and longtime friend, as well as Ram session drummer Denny Seiwell (b. July 10, 1943, Lehighton, Pennsylvania) to join.
Read More

the Moody Blues
Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge, Denny Laine, and Clint Warwick. Later members included Justin Hayward, John Lodge, and Patrick Moraz.
Read More
Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge, Denny Laine, and Clint Warwick. Later members included Justin Hayward, John Lodge, and Patrick Moraz.
Read More