Phil Seymour
Phil Seymour | |
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Seymour in 1982 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Philip Warren Seymour |
| Born | May 15, 1952 |
| Origin | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America |
| Died | August 17, 1993 (aged 41) Tarzana Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, United States of America |
| Genres | Rock Power pop New wave |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, drummer, guitarist, bassist, producer |
| Instrument(s) | Drums, bass guitar, guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1974–1993 |
| Labels | Shelter Records Boardwalk Records EMI |
| Website | philseymour.org |
Philip Warren Seymour (May 15, 1952 – August 17, 1993) was an American drummer, singer, guitarist and songwriter, best known for the singles "I'm on Fire" (with The Dwight Twilley Band), his own solo hit "Precious to Me" and for providing backing vocals on Tom Petty's hits "American Girl" and "Breakdown." His solo work is revered among fans of power pop.