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Born: March 23, 1949 in Baltimore, MD
Years Active: 80 's, 90 's
Genre: Rock

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Although he's best known as the leader, singer, rhythm guitarist, and songwriter for the Cars, Ric Ocasek has also produced for a wide variety of other artists over the years. Born Richard Otcasek in Baltimore, MD, on March 23, 1949, Otcasek was 16 when he became interested in music via such early rockers as Buddy Holly & the Crickets. In the e... Continue Bio >>

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Discography:
2005 Nexterday
1997 Troublizing
1996 Getchertikitz
1993 Quick Change World
1993 Negative Theater
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Filmography:
1988 Hairspray
1987 Made in Heaven
1985 The Cars: 1984-1985 Live
1979 The Cars: Live - Musikladen, 1979
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Member Of: The Cars More >> Similar Artists: Air Pixies Gary Numan Ministry The Knack More >>

Influenced By: Roxy Music David Bowie The Velvet Underground Big Star Buddy Holly More >> Followers: Nada Surf Pixies The Smashing Pumpkins Beck Weezer More >>

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