Was in a relationship with Agyness Deyn (2008-2009).
Son of the composer Albert Hammond and a former model from Argentina.
He studied at New York University Film School.
Came out with his own solo project in March 2007.
His main guitar is a 1985 Fender Stratocaster '70s reissue. However, he has stated in interviews that he has two other Stratocasters as backups and a Gibson Les Paul Junior.