Chas Chandler
Bass player and producer, The Animals
Bass player and producer, The Animals
Performers & Entertainers
United Kingdom
Born in 1938, played bass for the rock band The Animals, contributing to the band's success in the 1960s. The group achieved significant popularity with hits such as 'House of the Rising Sun.' After leaving the band, entered the production field and managed notable acts, including Jimi Hendrix, helping to shape Hendrix's early career and sound. Chandler's influence extended beyond performance into the music production realm, where he played a crucial role in developing some iconic records during the late 1960s.
Played bass for The Animals
Managed Jimi Hendrix
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