Happy birthday to Kevin Patrick Cronin (born 6 October 1951). He is the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and occasional pianist for the American rock band, REO Speedwagon. REO Speedwagon had several hits on the Billboard Hot 100 throughout the 1980s, including two chart-toppers written by Cronin: Keep on Loving You (1981) and Cant Fight This Feeling (1985). REO Speedwagon switched lead vocalists three times for their first three albums. Terry Luttrell left the band shortly after the group recorded its debut album in 1971, and was replaced by Cronin. Cronin recorded one album with the band, 1972s R.E.O./T.W.O., but left the band soon after, because of missed rehearsals and creative disagreements. Ridin the Storm Out was the bands third release with as many singers; this time Mike Murphy took the microphone. Murphy stayed on for two more albums, before Cronin returned to the fold in 1976. Cronins return came after Greg X. Volz turned down the position for lead vocals due to his conversion to Christianity. The bands success hit its peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s, but are still releasing records such as Find Your Own Way Home in 2007. Their most famous album, Hi Infidelity, sold over 10 million copies. Kevin is always in a good mood but has stated in various interviews that they play for free but get paid for the traveling.
Posted on: Mon, 06 Oct 2014 09:19:58 +0000