Greg D'Angelo

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Greg D’Angelo, (born 18 December 1963) is a drummer most famous for his work in the American band White Lion .

[edit] Early Career

He was forming the part of the fledging line up in one of New York's major acts, Anthrax, between 1981 and 1983. After leaving Anthrax, D’Angelo joined New York City underground favorite Cities. In 1985 he joined Jack Starr’s band Burning Starr issuing LP 'Rock The American Way'/Passport Records.

[edit] White Lion career

During the same year after 'Fight to Survive' album was released in Japan he replaced Nicky Capozzi in White Lion. With the release of 'Mane Attraction' in the Spring of 1991 and after the British tour, the rhythm section of D'Angelo and former White Lion bassist James Lomenzo had been dispensed with, reports varying as to whether the duo walked or were pushed out.

[edit] Post-White Lion career

The pair would re-emerge playing with Ace Frehley's live band Blackthrone, but D'Angelo had a short term with the band. In 1993 both D'Angelo and LoMenzo toured with Zakk Wylde. They also have credits on LA Blues Authority, Various Artists release. D'Angelo ran a recording studio in Los Angeles for a while before becoming involved in the film world, working as a producer on the children's movie 'Pumpkin Hill' in 1997. He is also a former drummer for the band AntiProduct.He is currently working out of his home studio.

White Lion
Vito Bratta | Mike Tramp | James Lomenzo | Greg D'Angelo
Former members: Nicki Capozzi | Felix Robinson | Dave Spitz
Discography
Studio albums: Fight to Survive | Pride | Big Game | Mane Attraction
Live and compilation albums: The Best Of White Lion | Remembering White Lion: Greatest Hits | Rocking the USA | Anthology 83-89
Videography
Videos: Escape From Brooklyn