American musicians born in 1964

Here are 50 famous musicians from United States of America were born in 1964:

David Ellefson

David Ellefson (November 12, 1964 Jackson-) a.k.a. Ellefson, David, Dave Ellefson, David Warren Ellefson or Junior is an American musician, songwriter and bassist. He has two children, Athena Grace Ellefson and Roman Alexander Ellefson.

Genres he performed: Heavy metal, Speed metal, Thrash metal, Hard rock and Power metal.

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Jimmy Chamberlin

Jimmy Chamberlin (June 10, 1964 Joliet-) also known as Chamberlin, Jimmy, James Joseph Chamberlin or Jimmy is an American drummer, record producer and songwriter. His child is Audrey Chamberlin.

Genres he performed: Alternative rock and Jazz fusion.

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Lenny Kravitz

Lenny Kravitz (May 26, 1964 Manhattan-) also known as Lenny Kravits, Kravitz Lenny, L. Kravitz, Lanny Kravitz, Kravitz, Lenny, Lenny Krawitz, Leonard Albert Kravitz, Romeo Blue (former), Leonard Albert "Lenny" Kravitz, Lenny, Leonard A. Kravitz or Romeo Blue is an American record producer, singer-songwriter, actor, keyboard player, lyricist, composer, musician, fashion designer, multi-instrumentalist, artist, music arranger, voice actor, interior designer and visual artist. His child is called Zoë Kravitz.

His albums: Let Love Rule, Mama Said, Believe, Circus, 5, If You Can't Say No, Fly Away, Greatest Hits, Lenny and Stillness of Heart. His related genres: Neo-psychedelia, Ballad, Rock music, Hard rock, Pop rock, Funk rock, Soul rock, Rhythm and blues, Soul music, Blues, Heavy metal, Blues rock, Psychedelic rock, Christian rock, Funk and Neo soul.

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Tracy Chapman

Tracy Chapman (March 30, 1964 Cleveland-) is an American singer, musician and singer-songwriter.

Her albums include Tracy Chapman, Fast Car, Crossroads, Matters of the Heart, New Beginning, Give Me One Reason, Collection, Let It Rain, Where You Live and Bang Bang Bang. Genres related to her: Folk music, Rhythm and blues, Blues, Alternative rock, Pop music, Soul music and Blues rock.

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Jonatha Brooke

Jonatha Brooke (January 23, 1964 Illinois-) also known as Jonathan Brooke, Jonatha Brooke and Co., Jonatha Brooke & The Story, Brooke, Jonatha or Brooke, Jonatha & Story, The is an American singer, singer-songwriter, musician and songwriter.

Her albums include 10¢ Wings, Steady Pull, Back in the Circus, Live, Careful What You Wish For, The Works, Plumb, Linger and What We Are. Genres related to her: Folk rock.

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Adam Duritz

Adam Duritz (August 1, 1964 Berkeley-) a.k.a. Adam Durwitz, Duritz, Adam or Adam Fredric Duritz is an American singer, singer-songwriter, record producer, musician, songwriter and film producer.

His albums include Shim Sham, Flim Flam. Genres he performed include Rock music, Pop music, Alternative rock and Pop rock.

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Kerry King

Kerry King (June 3, 1964 Los Angeles-) also known as King, Kerry, Kerry Ray King or Slayer is an American guitarist, songwriter and musician.

Genres he performed include Thrash metal, Heavy metal and Speed metal.

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Dave Dederer

Dave Dederer (October 5, 1964 Seattle-) also known as Dederer, Dave is an American guitarist and singer.

Genres: Rock music, Punk rock, Grunge, Alternative rock, Pop punk and Post-grunge.

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Chris Cornell

Chris Cornell (July 20, 1964 Seattle-) a.k.a. Christopher John Boyle, chris_cornell, Frisbee or Audioslave is an American singer, songwriter, musician, singer-songwriter, guitarist, businessperson, chef and restaurateur. He has three children, Lillian Jean Cornell, Toni Cornell and Christopher Nicholas Cornell.

His albums include Euphoria Morning, Can't Change Me, B-Sides & Demos, You Know My Name, Carry On, Chris Cornell: Unplugged in Sweden, Sunshower, The Roads We Choose – A Retrospective, Scream and Part of Me. Genres he performed include Alternative rock, Heavy metal, Grunge, Hard rock, Alternative metal, Post-grunge, Rhythm and blues, Psychedelic pop, Blues, Pop music, Rock music, Funk rock, Contemporary R&B, Funk metal, Pop rock and Psychedelic rock.

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John Maurer

John Maurer (July 14, 1964-) also known as Maurer, John is an American bassist.

He is best known as the bassist for the rock band Cinderella, which he joined in 1996. Prior to his time with Cinderella, Maurer played bass for the band World on Edge in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Maurer's first recording with Cinderella was on their album "Still Climbing" in 1994. He continued to play with the band until their hiatus in 2017. In addition to his musical career, Maurer is a successful real estate agent in the Nashville, Tennessee area.

Maurer was born and raised in the town of Salisbury, Maryland. He started playing bass guitar in his early teens and quickly developed a passion for music. After high school, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in music. It was there that he met his future Cinderella bandmates and joined the band World on Edge.

In addition to his work with Cinderella, Maurer has also collaborated with other notable musicians. He has played bass on albums for artists such as Cheap Trick, Jake E. Lee and Tara Lyn Hart, among others. He has also performed live with bands such as Tom Keifer's Cinderella and Slash's Snakepit.

Maurer is known for his melodic basslines and his ability to create grooves that complement the songs he plays on. He has cited musicians such as John Paul Jones, John Entwistle and Jack Bruce as influences on his playing style.

Despite his success as a musician, Maurer has also pursued a career in real estate. He currently works as an agent in the Nashville area, helping clients buy and sell homes. He has stated that he enjoys the challenge of balancing his two careers and finds satisfaction in both music and real estate.

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Victor Wooten

Victor Wooten (September 11, 1964 Mountain Home-) also known as Victor Lamonte Wooten or Wooten, Victor is an American author, record producer, bassist, songwriter, composer, bandleader and musician.

His albums include A Show of Hands, What Did He Say?, Yin-Yang, Live in America, Soul Circus, Palmystery, Extraction, Bass Extremes Book, Bass Extremes: Just Add Water and Vital Tech Tones, Volume 2. Genres he performed: Funk, Progressive bluegrass, Jazz, Jazz fusion, Rock music, Bluegrass, Funk rock and Hip hop music.

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Nick Menza

Nick Menza (July 23, 1964 Munich-) is an American musician, songwriter and drummer. He has one child, Nicholas Sebastian Menza.

Genres he performed include Heavy metal, Speed metal, Thrash metal and Hard rock.

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Crispin Glover

Crispin Glover (April 20, 1964 New York City-) also known as Crispy or Crispin Hellion Glover is an American actor, film director, publisher, author, screenwriter, music artist and voice actor.

His albums: The Big Problem ≠ The Solution. The Solution = Let It Be.

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Matthew Sweet

Matthew Sweet (October 6, 1964 Lincoln-) also known as Mathew Sweet or Sidney Matthew Sweet is an American musician, record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer.

His albums: Inside, Earth, Girlfriend, Girlfriend: The Superdeformed CD, Altered Beast, Time Capsule, Son Of Altered Beast +5, The Ugly Truth, 100% Fun and Blue Sky on Mars. Genres related to him: Pop rock, Power pop, Alternative rock and Grunge.

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Robert Trujillo

Robert Trujillo (October 23, 1964 Santa Monica-) a.k.a. Trujillo, Robert, Roberto Agustín Miguel Santiago Samuel Trujillo Veracruz, Metallica, Rob, The Whiskey Warlord or Roberto Agustin Trujillo is an American musician, songwriter, bassist, actor, guitarist and film producer. He has two children, Ty Trujillo and Lula Trujillo.

Genres he performed include Heavy metal, Funk rock, Hardcore punk, Thrash metal, Funk metal, Grunge, Hard rock and Crossover thrash.

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Duff McKagan

Duff McKagan (February 5, 1964 Seattle-) also known as Michael Andrew McKagan, duff_mckagan, Rose, McKagan, Duff, Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, Michael McKagan or Duff "Rose" McKagan is an American musician, bassist, songwriter and guitarist. His children are Grace Mckagan and Mae Marie Mckagan.

His discography includes: Believe in Me, Believe in Me, Beautiful Disease and Dark Days. Genres he performed include Hard rock, Punk rock, Alternative rock, Hardcore punk and Heavy metal.

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Amy Ray

Amy Ray (April 12, 1964 Decatur-) also known as Ray, Amy, Amy Elizabeth Ray, Indigo Girls or The Indigo Girls is an American record producer and singer-songwriter.

Her most recognized albums: Stag, Prom, Live from Knoxville, Didn't It Feel Kinder, Lung of Love and Goodnight Tender. Genres she performed: Folk rock.

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Mark Lanegan

Mark Lanegan (November 25, 1964 Ellensburg-) also known as Lanegan Mark, Lanegan, Mark, Marc Langegan, Queens of the Stone Age, Mark William Lanegan or Mark Lanegan is an American musician, singer-songwriter and film score composer.

Discography: The Winding Sheet, I'll Take Care of You, Bubblegum, Field Songs, Scraps at Midnight, Here Comes That Weird Chill, Whiskey for the Holy Ghost, Hawk, Stay and Down in the Dark. Genres: Folk music, Alternative rock, Stoner rock, Rock music, Blues, Grunge, Hard rock, Folk rock, Country blues, Psychedelic rock and Blues rock.

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Stephan Jenkins

Stephan Jenkins (September 27, 1964 Indio-) also known as Jenkins, Stephan or Stephan Douglas Jenkins is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, guitarist and actor.

Genres he performed: Alternative rock and Pop rock.

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Dan Lilker

Dan Lilker (October 18, 1964 Bayside-) a.k.a. Danny Lilker or Lilker, Dan is an American bassist, songwriter and musician.

His related genres: Grindcore, Heavy metal, Speed metal, Hardcore punk, Thrash metal, Death metal, Black metal and Crossover thrash.

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Dave Pirner

Dave Pirner (April 16, 1964 Green Bay-) also known as David Pirner, Pirner, Dave, Backbeat, David Anthony Pirner or David Anthony "Dave" Pirner is an American singer, record producer, songwriter, musician and actor.

His albums include Faces and Names. Genres he performed include Alternative rock, Punk rock and Grunge.

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Patty Griffin

Patty Griffin (March 16, 1964 Old Town-) also known as Patti Griffin, Patty Griffen, Patricia Jean Griffin or Griffin, Patty is an American singer, singer-songwriter, musician, guitarist, actor and songwriter.

Her discography includes: Living With Ghosts, Flaming Red, 1000 Kisses, A Kiss in Time, Lanark Silver Bell, Downtown Church, Children Running Through, Impossible Dream, American Kid and Ohio. Genres: Alternative country, Folk rock, Folk music and Americana.

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Maynard James Keenan

Maynard James Keenan (April 17, 1964 Ravenna-) also known as Maynard Keenan, James Herbert Keenan or M.J. Keenan is an American singer, musician, songwriter, record producer, actor and winemaker. He has one child, Devo Keenan.

Genres he performed: Progressive metal, Hard rock, Alternative rock, Industrial metal, Experimental music, Alternative metal, Industrial rock, Ambient music, Art rock and Post-industrial music.

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Robby Takac

Robby Takac (September 30, 1964 Buffalo-) also known as Takac, Robby or Robert Carl Takac is an American bassist, songwriter, singer, composer, lyricist and musician.

Genres he performed include Rock music, Alternative rock, Grunge and Punk rock.

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Pete Finestone

Pete Finestone (June 11, 1964 Northridge-) a.k.a. Peter Finestone, Finestone, Peter, Bad Religion or Sneaky Pete is an American drummer and film editor.

Genres he performed include Punk rock.

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Jay Bentley

Jay Bentley (June 6, 1964 Wichita-) also known as Bentley, Jay, James Bentley or Jay Dee Bentley is an American bassist. He has two children, Miles Bentley and Hunter Bentley.

His related genres: Punk rock.

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Trisha Yearwood

Trisha Yearwood (September 19, 1964 Monticello-) otherwise known as Patricia Lynn Yearwood, Patricia Lynn "Trisha" Yearwood or Tricia Yearwood is an American singer, actor and author.

Discography: (Songbook) A Collection of Hits, Home for the Holidays, How Do I Live, Jasper County, The Sweetest Gift, Trisha Yearwood, The Song Remembers When, The Collection, Greatest Hits and Hearts in Armor. Genres: Country pop and Country.

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Darryl McDaniels

Darryl McDaniels (May 31, 1964 Harlem-) also known as Darryl Lovelace, DMC, Darryl Mc Daniels, D.M.C., Daryll McDaniels, Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels, Darryl 'D.M.C.' McDaniels, Easy D, Devastating Mic Controller, Dee, Darryl Mac, Darryl "D.M.C." Matthews McDaniels, Grandmaster Get High or Darryl Matthews McDaniels is an American musician, composer, actor, rapper, film score composer and record producer. He has one child, Darryl M. McDaniels, Jr.

His discography includes: Checks Thugs and Rock n Roll and Corrected. Genres: East Coast hip hop, Old-school hip hop, Hip hop music and Rap rock.

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Joseph Simmons

Joseph Simmons (November 14, 1964 Queens-) also known as Rev Run, Run, Run from Run DMC, Run from Run D.M.C., Joseph Ward Simmons, Reverend Run, Run DMC, Rev. Run, Run D.M.C., DJ Run, The Reverend Run or Joseph 'Rev. Run' Simmons is an American disc jockey, musician, rapper, minister, screenwriter, actor, television producer, film score composer and record producer. He has seven children, Diggy Simmons, Angela Simmons, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons Jr., Vanessa Simmons, Miley Justine Simmons, Russell Simmons II and Victoria Anne Simmons.

His albums include Distortion. Genres he performed: Rapcore, Old-school hip hop, East Coast hip hop, Hip hop music and Rap rock.

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Konnan

Konnan (January 6, 1964 Santiago de Cuba-) also known as Carlos Santiago Espada Moises, Charles Ashenoff, Max Moon, Conan the Barbarian, El Centurión, K-Dogg, Konan, Konnan el Barbaro, El Relámpago, The Latin Fury, K-Dawg, El Electrico or The Magic Stick is an American wrestler, rapper and actor.

Konnan began his wrestling career in the late 1980s and is best known for his time in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL). He was a member of the nWo faction and won several championships during his career, including the WCW United States Championship and the CMLL World Heavyweight Championship.

In addition to his wrestling career, Konnan is also a rapper and has released several albums, including "Deadly Venomz" and "Latino Heat". He has also appeared in several films and TV shows, including "Narcos: Mexico" and "The Last Sharknado: It's About Time".

Throughout his career, Konnan has been known for his distinctive style and charisma, both in the ring and on stage. He remains a respected figure in the wrestling and entertainment industries to this day.

Konnan was born in Santiago de Cuba but grew up in Miami, Florida. He began his wrestling career in the independent circuit in Florida in the late 1980s, where he was known under the ring name El Centurión. After gaining some popularity, he was signed by WCW in 1991, where he became a member of the Latino World Order (LWO) and later the nWo.

During his time in WCW, Konnan formed a popular tag team with Rey Mysterio Jr., and together they won the WCW World Tag Team Championship three times. Konnan left the company in 2000 and went on to wrestle for various promotions, including CMLL and TNA.

Apart from his wrestling and music careers, Konnan is also known for his voice work in video games, including “Grand Theft Auto V” and “Lucha Libre AAA: Heroes del Ring”. He has also appeared as a judge on the Mexican version of “The Voice” and a commentator for AAA Lucha Libre Worldwide.

Throughout his career, Konnan has been a vocal advocate for Latino and minority representation in the wrestling industry. He has also been involved in various charitable organizations and helped raise funds for Hurricane Maria relief efforts in Puerto Rico.

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Maria McKee

Maria McKee (August 17, 1964 Los Angeles-) also known as Maria Mc Kee or McKee, Maria is an American singer and songwriter.

Related albums: Maria McKee, You Gotta Sin to Get Saved, Life Is Sweet, High Dive, Live: Acoustic Tour 2006, Absolutely Barking Stars, Life Is Sweet, Peddlin' Dreams, Show Me Heaven and Sweetest Child. Genres she performed: Cowpunk, Country pop, Pop music, Rock music, Country, Alternative country, Pop rock, Country rock and Rockabilly.

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Andrew Lippa

Andrew Lippa (December 22, 1964 Leeds-) a.k.a. Lippa, Andrew or Tom Greenwald is an American composer, lyricist, theatrical producer, librettist and performer.

His albums include The Wild Party, The Addams Family, The Addams Family and John & Jen.

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Jeff Hanneman

Jeff Hanneman (January 31, 1964 Oakland-May 2, 2013 Inland Empire) also known as Hanneman, Jeff, Jeffrey John Hanneman or Jeff was an American guitarist, songwriter and musician.

Genres he performed: Thrash metal, Heavy metal, Speed metal and Hardcore punk.

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Rex Brown

Rex Brown (July 27, 1964 Graham-) also known as Brown, Rex is an American musician, songwriter and bassist.

His discography includes: Rebel Meets Rebel. Genres: Heavy metal, Glam metal, Groove metal, Hard rock, Southern rock, Doom metal, Sludge metal and Thrash metal.

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Adam Yauch

Adam Yauch (August 5, 1964 Brooklyn Heights-May 4, 2012 Manhattan) also known as MCA, Adam Nathaniel Yauch, Nathaniel Hörnblowér, Nathaniel Hornblower, Nathanial Hörnblowér, Adam Youck, Nathan Wind, Adam 'MCA' Yauch, Nathanial Hornblower, Abednego or bloach was an American musician, songwriter, rapper, actor, film producer, film director, film distributor and human rights activist. He had one child, Losel Yauch.

His albums include Drum Machine. Genres: Alternative rock, Hardcore punk, Rapcore, Punk rock, Instrumental, Hip hop music, Alternative hip hop and Rap rock.

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Sterling Campbell

Sterling Campbell (May 3, 1964 New York City-) also known as Campbell, Sterling is an American songwriter, musician, record producer and drummer.

Genres he performed: Funk, Rock music and Alternative rock.

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Laura Harring

Laura Harring (March 3, 1964 Los Mochis-) a.k.a. Laura Elena Herring, Laura Elena Herring Martínez, Laura Elena Harring, Laura Martinez Harring, Laura Elana Harring, Laura Herring, Laura M. Herring, Laura Elena Martínez Herring, Laura, Laurita, Laura Martínez-Herring or Laura Martínez Harring is an American actor, model, social worker and dancer.

She was born in Mexico and raised in the United States, and began her career as a beauty pageant contestant. Harring competed in the Miss USA pageant in 1985 and placed fourth runner-up. She went on to become a successful model, appearing in commercials and print advertisements for companies such as Calvin Klein and Revlon.

In addition to her modeling career, Harring has acted in numerous films and television shows. She is best known for her role as Rita in David Lynch's groundbreaking television series, "Twin Peaks," and her performance as the lead character, Camilla Rhodes, in Lynch's film "Mulholland Drive." She has also appeared in other popular television shows such as "The Sopranos," "Gossip Girl," and "NCIS."

Aside from her career in the entertainment industry, Harring is also a trained social worker and has worked with various organizations to support victims of domestic violence and promote women's rights. She is also a passionate dancer and has studied various styles, including ballet, flamenco, and salsa.

Throughout her career, Harring has been recognized for her contributions to the arts and activism. She was awarded the Hispanic Heritage Award for Arts in 2018, and has been honored by organizations such as the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts and the USO.

Harring's love for activism and charity work led her to found the Laura Harring Foundation in 2001, which aims to support young girls and women who have been affected by violence and abuse. She has also been actively involved with organizations like the Red Cross and UNICEF. In addition to her philanthropic work, Harring is a polyglot, fluent in Spanish, English, French, Italian, and German. She has also released an album of music titled "The In-Laws Suite" in 2003. Her diverse talents and impressive career have made her a respected figure in Hollywood and beyond.

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Vinnie Paul

Vinnie Paul (March 11, 1964 Abilene-) also known as Paul, Vinnie or Vincent Paul Abbott is an American songwriter, record producer, drummer and musician.

Related albums: Rebel Meets Rebel. Genres related to him: Heavy metal, Groove metal, Glam metal, Southern rock, Thrash metal and Alternative metal.

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Kermit Ruffins

Kermit Ruffins (December 19, 1964 New Orleans-) also known as Ruffins, Kermit is an American singer, musician, trumpeter, composer and actor. He has one child, Kaylin Orleans Ruffins.

His albums include World on a String, The Big Butter & Egg Man, Hold On Tight, Putumayo Presents: Kermit Ruffins, Big Easy, The Barbecue Swingers Live, Live at Vaughan's, Livin' a Tremé Life, 1533 St. Philip Street and Monday Night in New Orleans. Genres he performed: Funk, Jazz, Rhythm and blues and Dixieland.

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Will Calhoun

Will Calhoun (July 22, 1964 Brooklyn-) also known as Calhoun, Will is an American drummer and musician.

His albums: Native Lands, Drumwave, Housework / Solo Drum Performances and Life in This World.

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Joey Allen

Joey Allen (June 23, 1964 Fort Wayne-) is an American guitarist and songwriter.

Genres he performed include Hard rock, Glam metal and Heavy metal.

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Kevin Johansen

Kevin Johansen (June 21, 1964 Fairbanks-) a.k.a. Kevin Johansen & the Nada, Johansen, Kevin or Kevin Andrew Johansen is an American musician and film score composer.

His albums include City Zen, Sur o no sur, Logo and The Nada. Genres related to him: Pop music, Rock music and Pop rock.

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Eerie Von

Eerie Von (August 25, 1964 New Jersey-) also known as Erie Von Detten, Eric Spellman, Eerie Von Spellman or Eric Stellman is an American artist, musician, photographer and visual artist.

Related albums: Bad Dream No.13, The Blood and the Body, Kinda Country, That's All There Is and Uneasy Listening. Genres: Heavy metal, Blues, Country, Hardcore punk and Gothic rock.

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Matt Lukin

Matt Lukin (August 16, 1964 Aberdeen-) a.k.a. Matt David Lukin or Mudhoney is an American musician and carpentry.

Genres related to him: Grunge, Garage rock and Alternative rock.

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Vic Chesnutt

Vic Chesnutt (November 12, 1964 Jacksonville-December 25, 2009 Athens) also known as Vic Chesnut, Vic Chestnut, Vic Chestnutt, Vic Chessnut, James Victor Chesnutt, Chesnutt, Vic or James Victor "Vic" Chesnutt was an American songwriter, singer, singer-songwriter, actor and film score composer.

His albums include West of Rome, Is the Actor Happy?, About to Choke, The Salesman & Bernadette, Left to His Own Devices, Silver Lake, Ghetto Bells, North Star Deserter, At the Cut and Skitter on Take-Off. Genres related to him: Folk rock and Alternative country.

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John Tempesta

John Tempesta (September 26, 1964 The Bronx-) also known as Tempesta, John or John Joseph Tempesta is an American drummer and musician.

Genres: Heavy metal, Groove metal, Alternative metal, Thrash metal, Hard rock and Alternative rock.

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Chris Brokaw

Chris Brokaw (August 1, 1964 New York City-) a.k.a. Brokaw, Chris is an American film score composer and musician.

Discography: My Confidante +3, I Was Born, But..., Red Cities, Viva Las Vegas / Mini EP, Canaris, Incredible Love, The Angel's Message to Me, The Boarder's Door, Gambler's Ecstasy and Stories. His related genres: Slowcore, Alternative rock and Post-rock.

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Trevor Nelson

Trevor Nelson (January 7, 1964 London Borough of Hackney-) otherwise known as Trevor Doyle Nelson or Trevor D. Nelson is an American presenter and actor.

Trevor Nelson is a British presenter and actor, not American. He is best known for his work as a DJ and presenter in the UK, particularly for his contribution to the growth and popularity of urban music in British culture. He has worked for various radio stations, including BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 2, and has hosted numerous TV shows, such as "Top of the Pops" and "MTV's The Lick." Nelson has also worked as a judge on various music talent shows, such as "The Voice UK" and "Songland UK." In addition to his career in media, Nelson is heavily involved in charity work and has worked with various organizations to raise awareness for issues such as cancer and mental health.

He began his career in the late 1980s as a DJ, playing at various clubs and parties in London. In the early 1990s, he joined the newly launched pirate radio station KISS FM, where he presented shows on weekdays and weekends, eventually becoming the station's head of music. Nelson's success at KISS FM led to him being recruited by BBC Radio 1 in 1996 to host a weekly show dedicated to playing urban music, which he continued to host for over a decade.

Nelson also presented the popular music show "The Lick" on MTV UK from 1995 to 2005, which helped to bring hip-hop, R&B, and other urban genres to a wider British audience. He has also hosted a number of other music-related TV shows, including "The Mobo Awards," "The Brit Awards," and "Top of the Pops."

Throughout his career, Nelson has been recognized for his contributions to British music and media. He has won several awards, including the MOBO Award for Best DJ in 2000 and 2001, and the Sony Radio Academy Award for Music Radio Personality of the Year in 2002.

In addition to his media work, Nelson is also involved in several charitable causes. He launched the annual "Trevor Nelson Foundation" in 2011, which provides funding and support to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds who are interested in pursuing careers in music. He has also worked with organizations such as Cancer Research UK, Mind, and Comic Relief to raise awareness and funds for their respective causes.

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Stephen Egerton

Stephen Egerton (September 2, 1964-) also known as Egerton, Stephen or Stephen Patrick O'Reilly is an American guitarist.

His discography includes: Seven Degrees of Stephen Egerton. Genres he performed include Rock music.

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Ruthie Morris

Ruthie Morris (March 5, 1964 West Palm Beach-) is an American songwriter and musician.

Genres she performed: Power pop, Pop punk, Pop rock and Alternative rock.

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