David Gates
Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
December 11th, 1940
84 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the music industry, this individual gained recognition as the lead vocalist and songwriter for the band Bread. The group achieved significant success in the 1970s with a string of hit songs that blended pop and soft rock. Upon the band's dissolution, this artist pursued a solo career, releasing multiple albums that featured chart-topping singles. The songwriting skills exhibited throughout his career earned acclaim and contributed to the legacy of one of the iconic bands of the era.
Led the band Bread to multiple hit songs
Released the hit single 'If' in 1971
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