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Wayne Kramer

Guitarist

Birthday April 30, 1948

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Detroit, MI

DEATH DATE Feb 2, 2024 (75)

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About

Guitarist who co-founded the Detroit rock group MC5 who was a singer, songwriter, and composer as well. The group released countless compilations and live albums throughout their career. 

Before Fame

He co-founded MC5 in 1967 as a teenager. 

Trivia

His group MC5 blended aggressive garage rock music with left-wing politics. He was ranked as one of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time" by Rolling Stone. 

Family Life

His wife Margaret Saadi Kramer was also a film soundtrack producer. 

Associated With

While imprisoned on cocaine charges, he met the former jazz trumpeter for the Charlie Parker band.