Michael Sembello
Singer-songwriter and guitarist with 'Maniac'
Born
April 17th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A singer-songwriter and guitarist gained prominence in the 1980s. Achieved major commercial success with the song 'Maniac,' which featured in the film 'Flashdance.' The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1983 and became an iconic track of the era. Sembello also wrote and produced for other artists, contributing to the music of television and film during the decade. His work spanned various genres, showcasing versatility as a musician and songwriter.
Released the hit song 'Maniac'
Contributed music to 'Flashdance'
Worked with artists like Stevie Wonder
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