Jim Peterik
Hard rock, Musical Artist
1950 –
Who is Jim Peterik?
James Michael "Jim" Peterik is an American musician and songwriter. He is best known as a member of the band Survivor and as vocalist and songwriter of the hit song "Vehicle" by The Ides of March. He also co-wrote the anthem "Eye of the Tiger," the theme from the motion picture Rocky III.
Peterik has co-written songs for the likes of 38 Special, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blackhawk, Cheap Trick, Sammy Hagar, Cathy Richardson, Van Zant, Brian Wilson, REO Speedwagon and The Beach Boys. He is currently fronting melodic rock band Pride of Lions, smooth-jazz project Jim Peterik's Lifeforce, and has a regular series of yearly concert performances with an all-star cast as World Stage. Jim is also active as a producer and mentor to young, developing talent.
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- Born
- Nov 11, 1950
Berwyn - Also known as
- Peterik, Jim
- James Michael Peterik
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
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on July 23, 2013
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