Blackie Lawless | |
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.jpg) Lawless performing in 2012 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Steven Edward Duren |
| Born | September 4, 1956 Tampa, Florida, U.S. |
| Genres | Heavy metal, Christian metal, shock rock, glam metal,[1] hard rock |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, bass guitar |
| Years active | 1975–present |
| Member of | W.A.S.P. |
| Formerly of | London, Circus Circus, Sister, New York Dolls |
Steven Edward Duren (born September 4, 1956), better known by his stage name Blackie Lawless, is an American singer, songwriter and musician, best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist (formerly bassist) for heavy metal band W.A.S.P.[2]
- ^ Jonze, Tim (April 15, 2009). "A handy guide to heavy metal". The Guardian. London. Retrieved April 26, 2010.
- ^ Blackie Lawless & W.A.S.P. The Weekender (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania). April 15, 1997, p. 8.