Rickey Medlocke - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 17, 1950 |
|---|---|
| Age | 76 |
| Birthplace | Jacksonville, Florida, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Rickey Medlocke's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and founder of Blackfoot |
Intro
Rickey Medlocke is an American musician best known as a guitarist and vocalist for the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, as well as the founder and lead vocalist/guitarist of the band Blackfoot. His contributions to the rock and Southern rock genres have made him a notable figure in the music industry.
Early Life & Background
Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Rickey Medlocke was raised primarily by his grandparents. He was exposed early to music through his grandfather, Paul 'Shorty' Medlocke, a blues musician. Rickey began performing on stage from a young age, learning various instruments including guitar and drums.
Career Highlights
- Founding member, lead vocalist, and guitarist of Blackfoot, known for hits like 'Train, Train' and 'Highway Song'
- Original drummer, then later guitarist and vocalist for Lynyrd Skynyrd
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Lynyrd Skynyrd in 2006
- Contributed to several Lynyrd Skynyrd albums since rejoining the band in 1996
Trivia
- Rickey Medlocke is of Native American heritage (Lakota Sioux and Cherokee descent)
- His grandfather, Shorty Medlocke, wrote Blackfoot's hit 'Train, Train'
- He originally played drums for Lynyrd Skynyrd in the early 1970s before leaving to focus on Blackfoot
FAQs
People also ask
Rickey Medlocke is 76 years old.
Rickey Medlocke was born the 17 February 1950.
Jacksonville, Florida, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About February 17th, 1950, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 17, 1950, a tragic collision occurred on the Long Island Railroad, resulting in multiple fatalities. The incident raised concerns about railway safety and led to investigations into operational protocols.
- Day of the week: February 17th, 1950 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Third Man Theme by Anton Karas
- Popular movie: All About Eve directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz
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