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The Knack Singer Doug Fieger Dies Aged 57

Following battle with cancer...

February 15, 2010 by Jason Gregory | Photo by WENN.com
The Knack Singer Doug Fieger Dies Aged 57
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Doug Fieger, frontman of The Knack, has died in California at the age of 57.

The singer, who co-wrote the band's renowned hit 'My Sharona', passed away on Sunday (February 14) following a battle with cancer.

In a message on their website, The Knack said: “Our hearts are broken, we will miss you Doug.”

Formed in 1978, The Knack were described as the “next Beatles” following the chart-topping success of 'My Sharona' in 1979.

Inspired by an ex-girlfriend, the song was re-released in 1994 and was known to be on former US president George W Bush's iPod.
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  • Get The Knack was one of the GREATEST ALBUMS of any decade. The raw energy and sexual overtone were a perfect ending to a a great decade.

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