Eric Burdon

Born: May 11, 1941 in Walker-on-Tyne, England

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Biography: As the lead singer of the Animals, Eric Burdon was one of the British Invasion's most distinctive vocalists, with a searingly powerful blues-rock voice. When the first lineup of the group fell apart in 1966, Burdon kept the Animals' name going with various players for a few years. Usually billed as ...Read full biography

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The Black-Man's Burdon

Released: 1971

Label: Avenue (Rhino)

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Former Animals lead singer Eric Burdon resurfaced in 1970 fronting a mostly black group named War. Their debut album actually cracked the pop Top 20, but by the time this follow-up was issued seven months ...Read full review

I Used to Be an Animal

Released: 1988

Label: Falcon Home Ent.

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In the face of the legend that he once was, it's very fashionable to dismiss Eric Burdon's '70s-and-later output as little more than an afterthought -- which may or may not be true. But from the moment ...Read full review

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