Jack Blades
American singer-songwriter and bassist
Born
April 24th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A musician recognized for co-founding the rock bands Night Ranger and Damn Yankees. Contributed to the hit songs "Sister Christian" and "When the Children Cry" while with Night Ranger. Worked alongside Ted Nugent and Tommy Shaw in Damn Yankees, producing popular tracks. Also engaged in songwriting for various artists across multiple genres.
Co-founded Night Ranger and Damn Yankees
Wrote and performed "Sister Christian"
Collaborated with Ted Nugent in Damn Yankees
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