Dennis Elliott
English drummer and sculptor known for work with Foreigner

Born
August 18th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1950, Elliott played drums for the rock band Foreigner from its inception in 1976 until 1990. The band released several successful albums, including 'Foreigner' and '4', which featured hits like 'Cold as Ice' and 'I Want to Know What Love Is.' After leaving Foreigner, Elliott pursued a career in sculpture, demonstrating skills in creating various art pieces. His music career and transition to sculpture highlight a blend of artistic expression across different mediums.
Played drums for Foreigner from 1976 to 1990
Contributed to the album '4', which included chart-topping hits
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