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Kevin DuBrow
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DuBrow performing at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in July 2007
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| Birth name | Kevin Mark DuBrow |
| Born | October 29, 1955 Hollywood, California, U.S. |
| Died | November 19, 2007 (aged 52) Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
| Genres | Heavy metal, hard rock, glam metal |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
| Years active | 1973–2007 |
Kevin Mark DuBrow (born October 29, 1955 – died around November 19, 2007) was an American singer. He was best known as the lead singer for the heavy metal band Quiet Riot. He sang with them from 1975 to 1987, and again from 1993 until he passed away in 2007.
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Early Life and Hobbies
Kevin DuBrow was born in Hollywood, California. His parents were Laura and Alvin Dubrow. He grew up in Los Angeles with his younger brother, Terry. When Kevin was about 13, his family moved to Van Nuys.
Kevin learned to play the 12-string guitar. His first band played only one show for an audience of senior citizens. They did not really like rock music! As a teenager, Kevin loved British rock bands. Some of his favorites were the Small Faces, Queen, and Rod Stewart. Singer Steve Marriott was a big inspiration for Kevin's own music career.
Kevin also enjoyed photography when he was young. He often took pictures at rock concerts from 1969 to 1975. He became very good at it. He even sold his photos to magazines like Rock and Guitar Player. He photographed famous bands like Jeff Beck and Mott the Hoople.
Taking pictures at concerts made him want to be a singer. He once said that after photographing Rod Stewart in 1970, he realized, "I want to be up there! I don't wanna be behind the camera."
Music Career
With Quiet Riot
Quiet Riot was formed in 1975 by Randy Rhoads and bassist Kelly Garni. They asked Kevin DuBrow to be their singer and Drew Forsyth to be the drummer. This group broke up in 1979. Randy Rhoads then joined Ozzy Osbourne's band. For a while, Kevin's band was called DuBrow. It had different members over time.
After Randy Rhoads died in a plane crash in 1982, Kevin changed the band's name back to Quiet Riot. Rudy Sarzo, who had also played with Ozzy Osbourne, rejoined Quiet Riot. Soon after, they released the album Metal Health. This album became a huge hit! It was the first metal album to reach number one on the U.S. charts. Their popular songs included "Cum on Feel the Noize" and "Metal Health (Bang Your Head)".
In February 1987, Kevin DuBrow left Quiet Riot. The band's management and record label wanted a change. Kevin sometimes spoke negatively about other bands, which upset some musicians and fans. This also caused difficult situations for Quiet Riot members.
After leaving Quiet Riot, Kevin started a new band called Little Women. One of his songs, "Slam Dunk," was even used in the movie Switch.
In 1991, Kevin reunited with his former Quiet Riot bandmate Carlos Cavazo. They formed a new band called Heat. Later that year, Heat changed its name back to Quiet Riot. Quiet Riot continued to make music through the 1990s. They released albums like Terrified (1993), Down to the Bone (1995), Alive and Well (1999), and Guilty Pleasures (2001).
In 2006, Quiet Riot released another album called Rehab. The band members on this album were Kevin DuBrow, Frankie Banali, Tony Franklin, and Neil Citron.
Other Projects
In 2004, Kevin DuBrow recorded his first solo album. It was called In for the Kill. On this album, he sang many cover versions of other artists' songs. He recorded the album at his home in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Kevin also worked as a morning radio DJ in Las Vegas. He was on the show with Craig Williams. He left the show to go back to touring with Quiet Riot.
Personal Life
Kevin DuBrow dated Las Vegas radio DJ Lark Williams for seven years. They broke up shortly before he passed away.
Death
On November 25, 2007, Kevin DuBrow was found dead at his home in Las Vegas. His friends had not been able to reach him for about a week. He also did not show up for Thanksgiving dinner at his friend Glenn Hughes's house. It was determined that he had passed away about six days earlier.
Quiet Riot drummer Frankie Banali shared his sadness. He wrote, "I can't even find the words to say. Please respect my privacy as I mourn the passing and honor the memory of my dearest friend Kevin DuBrow." Kevin DuBrow was buried in California.
Discography
With Quiet Riot
- 1978 - Quiet Riot
- 1979 - Quiet Riot II
- 1983 - Metal Health
- 1984 - Condition Critical
- 1986 - QRIII
- 1993 - Terrified
- 1995 - Down to the Bone
- 1999 - Alive and Well
- 2001 - Guilty Pleasures
- 2006 - Rehab
Solo Projects
- 1985 - Hear 'n Aid benefit album - "Stars"
- 1998 - Thunderbolt: A Tribute to AC/DC – cover version of "Highway to Hell"
- 1998 - The Side Effects of Napalm by The Neanderthal Spongecake. Guest vocals on "Metal Health '98" remake
- 1999 - Appetite for Reconstruction Guns N' Roses electronic tribute album – cover version of "Welcome to the Jungle"
- 2000 - Leppardmania: A Tribute To Def Leppard - cover version of Rock! Rock! (Till You Drop)
- 2000 - Covered Like a Hurricane: A Tribute to Scorpions - cover version of Big City Nights
- 2002 - Welcome To The Jungle: A Rock Tribute To Guns N' Roses - cover version of Welcome To The Jungle
- 2004 - In for the Kill
- 2006 - World's Greatest Metal Tribute to Led Zeppelin – cover version of "Whole Lotta Love"
See also
In Spanish: Kevin DuBrow para niños
