Harry Wayne Casey
Singer-songwriter and record producer
Born
January 31st, 1951
74 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the music industry, this individual achieved fame as the lead singer of the disco band KC and the Sunshine Band. The band gained widespread recognition in the 1970s with a unique blend of funk and disco. Hits include 'Get Down Tonight', 'That's the Way (I Like It)', and 'Shake, Shake, Shake (Shake Your Booty)'. As a songwriter, produced numerous chart-topping songs that defined the disco era and influenced future generations of musicians.
Led KC and the Sunshine Band to multiple Billboard Hot 100 number-one hits
Won a Grammy Award for Best Disco Recording in 1978
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