The Animals: British Invasion Blues Pioneers
The Animals were a pivotal English rhythm and blues band formed in Newcastle upon Tyne in the early 1960s, achieving international fame as part of the British Invasion.Formed in Newcastle (1962) by Eric Burdon, Alan Price, Hilton Valentine, Chas Chandler, and John Steel. Gained fame with gritty R&B covers and originals. Key member Eric Burdon provided distinctive vocals....