Rod Stewart

Sir Rod Stewart, born on January 10, 1945, in Highgate, London, is a legendary British rock and pop singer, songwriter, and performer. With his distinctive raspy voice, flamboyant stage presence, and iconic spiky hairstyle, Rod Stewart has left an indelible mark on the music industry.

Stewart's musical journey began in the early 1960s when he joined several bands, including The Ray Davies Quartet and Steampacket, before gaining prominence as the lead vocalist for The Jeff Beck Group and later Faces. His solo career took off in the early 1970s, marked by the release of albums like "Every Picture Tells a Story" and "Gasoline Alley," which featured hits like "Maggie May" and "Reason to Believe."

Known for his versatility, Stewart effortlessly navigated through various genres, incorporating elements of rock, folk, blues, and soul into his music. His ability to infuse heartfelt emotion into his lyrics, coupled with his charismatic stage presence, endeared him to audiences worldwide.

Throughout his illustrious career, Rod Stewart has produced an extensive catalog of chart-topping albums and singles, earning him countless accolades, including Grammy Awards, Brit Awards, and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Some of his other notable hits include "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?," "Young Turks," and "Forever Young."

Beyond his musical contributions, Stewart's magnetic personality and love for storytelling have made him a beloved figure in popular culture. In addition to his musical success, he has also dabbled in acting, autobiography writing, and philanthropy.

Knighted in 2016 for his services to music and charity, Sir Rod Stewart continues to captivate audiences around the world with his timeless music and enduring legacy as one of the greatest rock and pop artists of all time.

Rod Stewart is one of the greatest singers and songwriters the music world has ever seen. As he got older, he became more concerned with stardom than music, and what a star he has become. While he has recorded some terrible albums — and he would admit that freely — Stewart was once rock & roll’s best interpretive singer, as well as an accomplished songwriter. 

Having created a raw combination of folk, rock, blues, and country, his sound was like no other folk-rock or country rock around. Instead of finding the folk in rock, he found how folk rocked its own. In a career in its fifth decade, Stewart has achieved 27 Top 10 hit singles worldwide.