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Benjamin Orr (born Benjamin Orzechowski, September 8, 1947 – October 3, 2000) was an American musician, bassist, co-lead vocalist, and co-founder of the band the Cars. He sang lead vocals on several of their hits, including " Just What I Needed ", " Let's Go ", " Moving in Stereo ", and " Drive ".
Oct 5, 2020 · The late bassist and vocalist of The Cars, who sang hits like "Just What I Needed" and "Drive", is buried in Geauga County, Ohio. His headstone is decorated with personal items and notes from admirers who visit his final resting place.
Aug 1, 2020 · Check back for classic music videos, live performances, hand-curated playlists, the Rhino Podcast, and more! You're watching the official music video for Benjamin Orr - "Stay the Night" from...
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Oct 6, 2000 · Benjamin Orr, a bassist, vocalist and founding member of the rock group the Cars, died on Tuesday in his home in Atlanta. He was 53. The cause was pancreatic cancer, said Billy Johnson, who...
Emerging from the new wave scene in the late 1970s, they consisted of Ric Ocasek (rhythm guitar), Benjamin Orr (bass guitar), Elliot Easton (lead guitar), Greg Hawkes , and David Robinson . Ocasek and Orr shared lead vocals, and Ocasek was the band's principal songwriter and leader.
Feb 9, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of Benjamin Orr, the co-leader and bassist of The Cars, who sang hits like "Just What I Needed" and "Drive". Discover how he balanced his charismatic stage presence, his musical versatility and his humble personality in the band.
Sep 8, 2015 · Ric Ocasek's icy-cool singing got a lot of attention, but this list of Top 10 Benjamin Orr Cars Songs shows just how important his warm, inviting voice was to the band.
