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Birth name | Raymond Edward Dorset |
Born | Ashford, Middlesex, England | 21 March 1946
Genres | British skiffle, Rock |
Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, guitarist |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, harmonica, kazoo, keyboards |
Years active | 1968–present |
Member of | Mungo Jerry |
Formerly of | Katmandu |
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.