Gene Clark

Rock Singer

Birthday November 17, 1944

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Tipton, MO

DEATH DATE May 24, 1991 (46)

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About

Known for being one of the founding members of The Byrds. He was a proponent of psychedelic rock, country rock, baroque pop, newgrass, and alternative country.

Before Fame

He fell in love with folk music thanks to the Kingston Trio.

Trivia

He wrote I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better, She Don't Care About Time, and numerous other songs for The Byrds.

Family Life

He had twelve siblings. He took guitar and harmonica lessons from his father when he was nine years old.

Associated With

He and David Crosby both gained fame as members of The Byrds.