Song Info:
"Leader of the Band" is a single by American singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg. It was released in 1981 as part of his album "The Innocent Age." The song was a tribute to Fogelberg's father, Lawrence Fogelberg, who was a band leader and musician. "Leader of the Band" achieved commercial success, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Artist Bio:
Dan Fogelberg was born on August 13, 1951, in Peoria, Illinois. He was a multi-talented musician, known for his skills as a singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist. Fogelberg rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s with hits like "Longer," "Same Old Lang Syne," and "Leader of the Band." Throughout his career, he explored various genres such as folk, pop, and rock, and his introspective and heartfelt lyrics resonated with audiences. Fogelberg passed away in 2007 after battling prostate cancer, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music.
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