Michael Lardie
Keyboard player for Great White
Born
September 8th, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Keyboard player, songwriter, and producer contributed significantly to the hard rock band Great White. Joined the band in 1987, participating in the creation of their self-titled album and the successful 'Once Bitten...' which included the hit single 'Once Bitten, Twice Shy'. In addition to work with Great White, produced and collaborated with various artists across multiple genres. Contributed to the music scene through live performances and recordings, cementing a reputation in the rock genre.
Played keyboards for Great White
Contributed to the album 'Once Bitten...'
Worked as a songwriter and producer
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