Vince Martell
Singer and guitarist of Vanilla Fudge
Born
November 11th, 1945
79 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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This American singer and guitarist achieved prominence as the lead guitarist of the rock band Vanilla Fudge, which formed in the mid-1960s. The band is recognized for its innovative rearrangements of popular songs, incorporating heavy psychedelic rock influences. The group's self-titled debut album, released in 1967, featured extended versions of hits such as 'You Keep Me Hangin' On'. Vanilla Fudge garnered significant attention with their unique sound, which influenced a variety of rock genres. They were inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame in 2006, celebrating their contributions to the music scene.
Lead guitarist of Vanilla Fudge
Influenced psychedelic rock genre
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