Ric Ocasek: Biography, Facts and Career
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Richard Theodore Otcasek (March 23, 1944 – September 15, 2019), known as Ric Ocasek ( oh-CASS-ik), was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was the primary lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, songwriter, and frontman for the American new wave band the Cars. In addition to his work with the Cars, Ocasek recorded seven solo studio albums. Ocasek's 1986 single, "Emotion in Motion", was a top 20 hit in the United States. Ocasek also worked as a record producer for artists such as Motion City Soundtrack, Suicide, Bad Brains, Weezer, Nada Surf, Guided by Voices and No Doubt. In 2018, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Cars.
Quick facts about Ric Ocasek
- Full name: Ric Ocasek
- Born: 1944-03-23
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q526406
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Who is Ric Ocasek?
Richard Theodore Otcasek (March 23, 1944 – September 15, 2019), known as Ric Ocasek ( oh-CASS-ik), was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer.
What nationality is Ric Ocasek?
Ric Ocasek is United States.
When was Ric Ocasek born?
Ric Ocasek was born on 1944-03-23.
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