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Terry Reid

Terence James Reid (born November 13, 1949), nicknamed “Superlungs,” is an English rock vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist, best known for his emotional singing style in performances with famous musicians as a lead vocalist, opening act, and session musician. As a solo artist and touring artist, he has released seven studio albums and four live albums. His songs have been recorded by numerous artists, including The Hollies, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Jackson Browne, Arrival, Marianne Faithfull, Cheap Trick, Jack White with The Raconteurs, Joe Perry, Rumer, and Chris Cornell. Reid’s musical career began in the early 1960s when he performed at a local British club, where he was invited to join Peter Jay and the Jaywalkers as lead vocalist, opening the 1966 Rolling Stones tour. In the late 60s, Reid was a solo opening act for the Rolling Stones, Cream, Jethro Tull, and Fleetwood Mac. It is known that he turned down Jimmy Page’s offer to become the lead vocalist of the group that eventually became Led Zeppelin, as well as Ritchie Blackmore’s offer to become the frontman of Deep Purple.