Gary Richrath
- January 10, 2024
- Guitarist
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Gary Richrath |
| Occupation | Guitarist |
| Date Of Birth | Oct 18, 1949(1949-10-18) |
| Age | 75 |
| Date Of Death | 2015-09-13 |
| Birthplace | Peoria |
| Country | United States |
| Birth City | Illinois |
| Horoscope | Libra |
Gary Richrath Biography
| Name | Gary Richrath |
| Birthday | Oct 18 |
| Birth Year | 1949 |
| Place Of Birth | Peoria |
| Home Town | Illinois |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
| Spouse | Justine Richrath |
| Children(s) | Eric Richarth |
Gary Richrath is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on October 18, 1949 in Peoria, Illinois, United States. Formerly, the guitarist and songwriter of rock group REO Speedwagon from 1970 to 1989.
The lead singer and he He and lead singer Kevin Cronin experienced great success with REO Speedwagon. enjoyed great success through REO Speedwagon.
He was raised in Peoria, Illinois.
Gary Richrath Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Guitarist |
| House | Living in own house. |
Gary Richrath is one of the richest Guitarist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Gary Richrath 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was a guitarist from the local area who lived in Peoria, Illinois, writing music that later be the REO Speedwagon catalog.
While he’s most famous as guitarist, he also included as a vocalist on many REO Speedwagon songs, including “(Only A) Summer Love.”
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Who is Gary Richrath Dating?
According to our records, Gary Richrath married to Justine Richrath. As of December 1, 2023, Gary Richrath’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Gary Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Gary Richrath celebrates birthday on October 18 of every year.
What happened to the lead guitar player for REO Speedwagon?
Death. Richrath died on September 13, 2015 , with news of his death confirmed by his former REO Speedwagon bandmate Kevin Cronin. He was 65 years old.
Why was Gary Richrath kicked out of REO?
He ultimately left the band in large part due to disagreements over the direction of the band’s music ; his departure was acrimonious, but the band members reconciled enough to play together at a charity event in 2013.
Who was the original lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon?
REO Speedwagon is an American hard rock band from Champaign, Illinois. Formed in 1967, the group originally included guitarist and lead vocalist Joe Matt , bassist and backing vocalist Mike Blair, keyboardist Neal Doughty and drummer Alan Gratzer.
Who passed away in REO Speedwagon?
Gary Richrath , REO Speedwagon writer/guitarist, dies at 65.
What happened between Kevin Cronin and Gary Richrath?
“We had songwriting conflicts about whose songs would go on the albums,” Richrath said. Richrath saw the band move away from the “rockier” style. Kevin Cronin preferred a slower, more sentimental ballads, and Richrath was not ready to slow down.