Shannon Hoon

Shannon Hoon
Shannon Hoon performing with Blind Melon in 1994
Shannon Hoon performing with Blind Melon in 1994
Background information
Birth nameRichard Shannon Hoon
Born(1967-09-26)September 26, 1967
Lafayette, Indiana, U.S.
DiedOctober 21, 1995(1995-10-21) (aged 28)
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, musician
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • harmonica
  • percussion
  • kazoo
Years active1985–1995
LabelsCapitol
Formerly of
Websiteshannonhoon.com

Richard Shannon Hoon (September 26, 1967 – October 21, 1995) was an American singer-songwriter and musician. He was the lead singer of the band Blind Melon from 1990 until his death in 1995.

  1. ^ "Shannon Hoon | Biography, Albums, Streaming Links". AllMusic. Retrieved April 12, 2020.