Terry Anderson (musician)
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Terry Anderson is an American
musician
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Anderson is a drummer, vocalist and song writer from North Carolina
. He was a member of local bands the Woods and the Fabulous Knobs. He first gained widespread attention as the writer of the song "Battleship Chains
" by the band
The Georgia Satellites on their 1986 debut album Georgia Satellites
.
When Dan Baird
left The Georgia Satellites he covered Anderson's song "I Love You Period" on his 1991 album "Love Songs For The Hearing Impaired". Subsequently Baird
and Anderson have performed together as part of the band The Yayhoos
.
In 1995 Anderson released his first solo album "You Don't Like Me" followed in 1996 by "What Else Can Go Right" and "I'll Drink To That" in 2001.
Since 2005 he has been a member of the band Terry Anderson and The Olympic Ass-Kickin Team.
He currently resides in Bunn, North Carolina with his wife Grace Brummett and his sons William and Nathan.
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Musician
A musician is an artist who plays a musical instrument. It may or may not be the person's profession. Musicians can be classified by their roles in performing music and writing music.Also....* A person who makes music a profession....
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Anderson is a drummer, vocalist and song writer from North Carolina
North Carolina
North Carolina is a state located in the southeastern United States. The state borders South Carolina and Georgia to the south, Tennessee to the west and Virginia to the north. North Carolina contains 100 counties. Its capital is Raleigh, and its largest city is Charlotte...
. He was a member of local bands the Woods and the Fabulous Knobs. He first gained widespread attention as the writer of the song "Battleship Chains
Battleship Chains
"Battleship Chains" is a song written by Terry Anderson and made famous by the band the Georgia Satellites in 1985. Appearing on their debut album, It reached number 86 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song also appeared on the album Hindu Love Gods by the band Hindu Love Gods, a collaboration...
" by the band
Band (music)
In music, a musical ensemble or band is a group of musicians that works together to perform music. The following articles concern types of musical bands:* All-female band* Big band* Boy band* Christian band* Church band* Concert band* Cover band...
The Georgia Satellites on their 1986 debut album Georgia Satellites
Georgia Satellites (album)
Georgia Satellites is the first album released by The Georgia Satellites. It contains their biggest hit, "Keep Your Hands to Yourself," and another minor hit, "Battleship Chains," written by Terry Anderson. It also contains a cover of "Every Picture Tells a Story," written by Rod Stewart and Ron Wood...
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When Dan Baird
Dan Baird
Daniel "Dan" John Baird was born in San Diego, California and is an American singer-songwriter, musician and producer. He is best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist from the chart-topping 80s rock band The Georgia Satellites. Baird formed The Georgia Satellites in 1980 and left the band...
left The Georgia Satellites he covered Anderson's song "I Love You Period" on his 1991 album "Love Songs For The Hearing Impaired". Subsequently Baird
Dan Baird
Daniel "Dan" John Baird was born in San Diego, California and is an American singer-songwriter, musician and producer. He is best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist from the chart-topping 80s rock band The Georgia Satellites. Baird formed The Georgia Satellites in 1980 and left the band...
and Anderson have performed together as part of the band The Yayhoos
The Yayhoos
The Yayhoos are an American rock group. The band was once described as the "Harlem Globetrotters of Roots Rock", "a genuine, supergroup of southern-rock and alt.country heavyweights" and just "supergroup." The four bandmates share singing, songwriting and playing duties.- Members' background :*Dan...
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In 1995 Anderson released his first solo album "You Don't Like Me" followed in 1996 by "What Else Can Go Right" and "I'll Drink To That" in 2001.
Since 2005 he has been a member of the band Terry Anderson and The Olympic Ass-Kickin Team.
He currently resides in Bunn, North Carolina with his wife Grace Brummett and his sons William and Nathan.