Randy Jackson Musical artist
Randy Jackson is an American rock musician from New Orleans, Louisiana, best known for his role as frontman for the band Zebra. Jackson founded Zebra with bass player Felix Hanemann and drummer Guy Gelso in 1975. Jackson has cited his primary influences as Led Zeppelin, Moody Blues, Rush, and Yes, influences which are reflected in both his vocal and guitar styles. In addition to working with Zebra, Jackson performs lead vocals for The Music of Led Zeppelin, The Music of Pink Floyd, and The Music of The Doors; tributes to the eponymous bands as backed by an orchestra. He also frequently plays live acoustic shows across the country. In 2010, Jackson participated in a tribute album titled Mister Bolin’s Late Night Revival, a compilation of 17 previously unreleased tracks written by guitarist Tommy Bolin prior to his death in 1976. The CD includes other artists such as HiFi Superstar, Doogie White, Eric Martin, Troy Luccketta, Jeff Pilson, Rachel Barton, Rex Carroll, Derek St. Holmes, Kimberley Dahme, and The 77’s. "A percentage of the proceeds from this project will benefit the Jackson Recovery Centers."
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| Career started | 1975 |
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| Background | Solo singer |
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