Bobby Ellsworth

Singer and bassist of Overkill

Bobby Ellsworth - Singer and bassist of Overkill
Born

May 5th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1959, a singer and bassist gained prominence as the frontman of the thrash metal band Overkill. The band formed in 1980 and became influential in the heavy metal scene. Overkill's albums, particularly 'Feel the Fire' and 'Horrorscope,' solidified the band's status in the genre. The group has toured extensively and participated in various music festivals, contributing to the thrash metal movement.

Fronted the band Overkill since 1980

Released albums 'Feel the Fire' and 'Horrorscope'

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