Jimmy Bain

Bassist

Birthday December 19, 1947

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Scotland

DEATH DATE Jan 23, 2016 (68)

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About

Bassist best known as a member of the old-school metal bands Dio and Rainbow. He co-wrote 80's metal classics like "Holy Diver" with Dio.

Before Fame

He began his professional career as the bassist for the band Street Noise in the early 70's.

Trivia

He is the founder of Hear 'n Aid, an organization which aims to help those suffering from hunger.

Family Life

His parents and brothers moved to Canada when he was a teenager.

Associated With

His bands Rainbow and Dio were both fronted by the late metal singing legend Ronnie James Dio.