Emitt Rhodes

American singer-songwriter

Died when: 70 years 145 days (844 months)
Star Sign: Pisces

 

Emitt Lynn Rhodes (February 25, 1950 – July 19, 2020) was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and recording engineer.At 14 years, Rhodes began his career in musical ensembles The Palace Guard as the group's drummer before joining The Merry-Go-Round as a multi-instrumentalist.

He recorded his 3 albums from 1970 to 1973 and was called the 'One Man Beatles' for his musical inspiration.His career ended in 1973 because of a trial with his label.

Silent for 43 years, he was a cult figure of psychedelic pop music when he released his last album Rainbow Ends in 2016.

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