Paul Manzi (born 6 May 1963)[1] is an English singer, best known as a member of Sweet, Cats in Space and Arena, and for performing with the likes of Ian Paice, Gordon Giltrap and Oliver Wakeman.
He originally wanted to be a guitarist like Jimmy Page, but became a singer after his distinctive voice[1] was discovered at age 23.
[2][4][6] Manzi joined supergroup Raw Glory in 2006 with members of Judas Priest, Gillan and Heavy Metal Kids.
"[8] He first joined Sweet temporarily on the 2014 tour in Australia, playing guitar and keyboards, covering for Tony O'Hora, who was absent for personal reasons.
[12] Manzi joined newly formed rock band Cats in Space in 2016, he recorded two albums with the group as well as touring with the group which included highlights including British Summertime at Hyde Park with Phil Collins and support tours with Thunder, Deep Purple and Status Quo.