Ray Dorset

Ray Dorset
Dorset in 2013
Dorset in 2013
Background information
Birth nameRaymond Edward Dorset
Born (1946-03-21) 21 March 1946 (age 78)
Ashford, Middlesex, England
GenresBritish skiffle, Rock
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, guitarist
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, harmonica, kazoo, keyboards
Years active1968–present
Member ofMungo Jerry
Formerly ofKatmandu

Raymond Edward Dorset (born 21 March 1946) is a British guitarist, singer, songwriter, and founder of Mungo Jerry.

He composed most of the songs for the band, including the hit singles "In the Summertime", "Baby Jump", "Lady Rose", "You Don't Have to Be in the Army to Fight in the War", "Long Legged Woman Dressed in Black", and "Hello Nadine", plus "Feels Like I'm in Love", a number one hit single for the Scottish disco singer Kelly Marie.