Feargal Sharkey
Northern Irish singer-songwriter, The Undertones
Born
August 13th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent figure in the music industry, this singer-songwriter gained recognition in the late 1970s as the lead vocalist of The Undertones. The band's hit single 'Teenage Kicks' became an anthem of the punk rock era. Following the band's success, pursued a solo career that yielded several hits, including 'A Good Heart.' Apart from music, engaged in advocacy work for various social causes, particularly focusing on music and copyright issues. Contributed to the arts as a voice for emerging musicians.
Sang lead for The Undertones
Released solo hit 'A Good Heart'
Advocated for musicians' rights
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