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Greg Lake - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 10, 1947 |
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| Died | December 07, 2016 (age 69) |
| Birthplace | Poole, Dorset, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Greg Lake's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Founding member of King Crimson and Emerson, Lake & Palmer; influential figure in progressive rock music. |
Intro
Greg Lake was an English musician, songwriter, and producer, best known as a founding member of the progressive rock bands King Crimson and Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP).
Early Life & Background
Greg Lake grew up in Bournemouth, Dorset, England. He began playing guitar at the age of 12 and was influenced by early rock and roll and blues music. As a teenager, he played in several local bands before beginning his professional music career.
Career Highlights
- Co-founded King Crimson in 1969 and sang on their influential debut album "In the Court of the Crimson King".
- Left King Crimson to co-found Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP), one of the most successful progressive rock groups of the 1970s.
- Wrote and performed on ELP hits such as "Lucky Man," "From the Beginning," and "I Believe in Father Christmas."
- Continued to perform and record as a solo artist and in collaborations after the breakup of ELP.
Trivia
- Greg Lake's song "I Believe in Father Christmas" became a perennial holiday hit in the UK.
- He initially started as a guitarist but played bass in King Crimson upon Robert Fripp's suggestion.
- Lake also produced albums for other artists, including Emerson, Lake & Palmer's records.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Greg Lake born?
Greg Lake was born the 10 November 1947.
Where is Greg Lake from?
Poole, Dorset, England.
On His Birth-Day
About November 10th, 1947, in brief:
- Historical events: On November 10, 1947, communist-led riots erupted in France, particularly in Paris. These disturbances were part of a broader wave of labor unrest and political protests during the post-war period.
- Day of the week: November 10th, 1947 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Whiffenpoof Song by Bing Crosby (Fred Waring Orchestra)
- Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford
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