Vincent Rocco (born March 10, 1967) is an American musician, recording artist, singer, and songwriter.
Vincent Rocco | |
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| Born | March 10, 1967 Baltimore, Maryland, United States |
| Genres | Rock, Alternative Rock, Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Recording artist, singer, songwriter, musician |
| Website | www |
Rocco was born in Baltimore, Maryland. He grew up in Scotland and South Africa.[1]
Rocco's first album, Hell or Highwater, was released in 1992 by Elektra Records. The album was called a "tasteful blend of soul and blues."[2][3][4] Hell or Highwater featured collaborations with John Shanks (Melissa Etheridge band) and Scott F. Crago (The Eagles) and was produced by Mark McKenna.[5]
In 1999, Rocco formed the band Multiplug and recorded the album Oswald Road, which was released in 2000 by Interscope Records.[6][7] The album has been called "more like a solo project for lead singer and songwriter Vincent Rocco"[6][7] by numerous outlets and included a "promising collection of ten modern rock anthems." Steve Huey of All Music Guide wrote that Multiplug's Oswald Road "blends smart songwriting with melodic guitar rock."[8][6][7] Oswald Road was produced by Marc Waterman, well known for his work with popular British bands such as Ash and Elastica.[9][6][7][10] The album was mixed by Tim Palmer who has worked with Pearl Jam, David Bowie, Ozzy Osbourne and Tears for Fears.
Throughout his career, Rocco has worked on various projects with high profile names such as Steve Stevens (Billy Idol), Andy Summers (The Police), Charlie Sexton, Little Steven (Bruce Springsteen), Terri Nunn (Berlin), Danny Kortchmar (Don Henley), Greg Bissonette (David Lee Roth), Stan Lynch (Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers), Billy Duffy (The Cult), Steve Jones (Sex Pistols), Mark Brzezicki (Big Country), Craig Adams (The Mission), and Kevin Haskins (Bauhaus).[1]
Rocco is currently published by Universal Music.
References
edit- ^ a b "Vincent Rocco Vargas - Official Website - Writer, Actor, and Entrepreneur". Vincent Rocco Vargas. Retrieved 7 February 2021.
- ^ "Vincent Rocco – King of Death Row | illusioncity.net". illusioncity.net. Archived from the original on 15 April 2012. Retrieved 14 January 2022.
- ^ "Vincent Rocco - Hell Or Highwater CD Album". Cduniverse.com. Retrieved 7 February 2021.
- ^ "Vincent Rocco – Hell Or Highwater (1992, Cassette)". Discogs.com. Retrieved 7 February 2021.
- ^ "Mark McKenna". Discogs.com. Retrieved 7 February 2021.
- ^ a b c d "Multiplug Biography & Awards". Billboard. Archived from the original on 2012-04-15. Retrieved 2012-03-01.
- ^ a b c d "Multiplug | Biography, Albums, Streaming Links". AllMusic. Retrieved 7 February 2021.
- ^ "Multiplug - Oswald Road CD Album". Cduniverse.com. Retrieved 7 February 2021.
- ^ "Multiplug - Clearly Connected Chicago". Archived from the original on 2012-04-15. Retrieved 2012-04-12.
- ^ "Marc Waterman". Discogs.com. Retrieved 7 February 2021.