Peter Horton guitarist, composer and singer died at 82

Peter Horton, born as Peter Müller on September 19, 1941, was an Austrian guitarist, singer, composer, and writer. With a career spanning several decades, he left a lasting imprint on the Austrian and European music scene. Notably, he represented Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 1967 with the song "Warum es hunderttausend Sterne gibt." Peter Horton passed away in September 2023 at the age of 82.

Early Career and Eurovision

Born in 1941, Peter Horton began his career in music at a young age. He gained international attention when he represented Austria in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1967. The song he performed, "Warum es hunderttausend Sterne gibt," earned him acclaim and put him on the European musical map.

Discography

Peter Horton was prolific in his music production, releasing a plethora of albums over the years.

Studio Albums

• Zwischen Himmel und Erde (1970)
• Intercontinental (1971)
• Horton's Erzählungen (1972)
• Irgendwie geht es immer (1975)
• Solang du in dir selber nicht zuhause bist (1975)
• Ein Mann geht auf dem Asphalt (1976)
• Lieder, die wie Falken sind (1978)
• Will Deine Seele mit Dir singen (1979)
• Vierzig Jahre Leben (1981)
• Komm näher (1984)
• Guitarero (1985)
• Im Dezember des Jahrtausends (1985)
• Oceans Inside / Meditative Musik für Gitarre und Synth. (2001)
• Wild Silence / Meditative Musik für Gitarre und Synth. (2001)
• Loving Hands / Meditative Musik für Gitarre und Synth. (2001)
• Wilde Gärten (2007)
• Personalissimo (2011)
• Winterflüstern (2011)
• Guitarissimo XL (2014)

Live Albums

• Live – Schmunzellieder aus Wien (1977)
• Wer andern nie ein Feuer macht (1983)

Compilations

• Liederbuch (1976)

Singles

Horton also released numerous singles, such as "Das tut meine Mary nie" (1964) and "Warum es hunderttausend Sterne gibt" (1967), among others.

Peter Horton was a multifaceted artist, contributing significantly to Austria's musical and artistic landscape. From representing his country in the Eurovision Song Contest to releasing an extensive discography, Horton's legacy is one of talent, passion, and artistic integrity. His passing in September 2023 marks the end of an era, but his contributions to the world of music and art will continue to be cherished.