Peter Van Hooke

Peter Van Hooke (born 6 April 1950) is an English drummer, television and music producer, entrepreneur, and manager with over 350 credits to his name. He created and co-produced the internationally syndicated music series Live from Abbey Road, which was broadcast in 27 countries and licensed in 112 territories worldwide. Van Hooke currently manages acclaimed singer and musician Paul Carrack, who is often described as "the man with the golden voice".

Peter Van Hooke was the drummer for the English band Mike and the Mechanics (from 1985 to 1995) and also drummed for Van Morrison's band (from 1978 to 1984). During the 1980s, he co-produced (along with Rod Argent) many of Tanita Tikaram's hits.