Trevor Rabin
Guitarist and producer of 'Yes' fame
Born
January 13th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
South Africa
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Born in South Africa, a musician and producer gained prominence as the lead guitarist for the rock band Yes during the 1980s. Contributed to the band's successful albums, including '90125', which featured the hit single 'Owner of a Lonely Heart'. Transitioned into film scoring, composing music for numerous films, including 'Armageddon' and 'National Treasure'. His innovative approach to blending rock with orchestral elements established a significant presence in both the music and film industries.
Lead guitarist for Yes, contributing to '90125'
Composed scores for films like 'Armageddon'
Produced music for various artists
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