Wayne Nelson
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| Wayne Nelson | ||
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| Background information | ||
| Born | June 1, 1950 (age 56) Kansas City, Missouri, USA |
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| Genre(s) | Rock | |
| Instrument(s) | Lead Vocalist Bass guitarist |
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| Years active | 1976–present | |
| Associated acts |
Little River Band Jim Messina |
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| Website | http://www.littleriverband.com | |
Wayne Nelson (born June 1, 1950 in Kansas City, MO) is an American musician best known for being a member of the famed Australian rock band, Little River Band.
Shortly after his birth in Kansas City, Nelson's family moved to Rome, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. During his teenage years and early twenties, Nelson played in various regional bands around the Chicago area, emulating multiple styles but focusing on rhythm and blues.
In the late 70's, Nelson moved to Los Angeles and worked with artists including Kenny Loggins and Jim Messina. While in Messina's band and opening for Little River Band, LRB's management invited Nelson to join the famed Australian band and he officially became a member in April of 1980.
Wayne Nelson continues to tour worldwide with Little River Band today as lead singer and bass guitarist. He makes his home in Brentwood, TN.
