Mick Box

Michael Frederick Box (born 9 June 1947) is an English musician who is the lead guitarist of British rock group Uriah Heep, having previously been a member of The Stalkers and Spice, both with original Uriah Heep vocalist David Byron.[1] He is the only member from the band's founding in 1969 who is still active with the group. Following the 2020 deaths of Lee Kerslake and Ken Hensley, he's also the last surviving member of the group's classic lineup.[2]

Mick Box, Oslo, Norway, 1977

Mick Box
Mick Box performing in 2008
Background information
Birth nameMichael Frederick Box
Also known asMick Box
Born (1947-06-09) 9 June 1947
Walthamstow, East London, England
GenresHard rock, progressive rock, heavy metal
Occupation(s)Musician, Songwriter
InstrumentsGuitar, Vocals, Bass, Piano
Years active1965present
Associated actsDavid Byron
Uriah Heep
Iris
Spearfish
Websitewww.mick-box.net

Discography

With David Byron

With Uriah Heep

With Iris

With Spearfish

  • Back For The Future

References

  1. Larkin, Colin (2002) The Virgin Encyclopedia of 70s Music, Virgin Books, ISBN 1-85227-947-8, p. 468
  2. Parnell, Joel (4 February 2015). "MICK BOX - URIAH HEEP Interview". Desert Highways. Archived from the original on 1 September 2017. Retrieved 1 September 2017.


This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.