Profession: Rock Singer-Songwriter
Biography: Jackson Browne is an American singer-songwriter who came to fame in the early 1970s with a series of critically-acclaimed albums that included hits like "Doctor, My Eyes" (1972), "Running on Empty" (1977) and "The Pretender" (1976).
Initially writing for others, Browne released his self-titled debut album in 1972. He followed this up with For Everyman (1973) and Late for the Sky (1974). His fourth album was his most popular, titled The Pretender (1976), with each album topping the prior. This string led to his definitive album, Running on Empty, which was released in 1977.
Browne has consistently been involved in social and environmental causes, using his music as a platform to raise awareness and generate funds for issues ranging from nuclear power to climate change. He co-founded the anti-nuclear organization Musicians United for Safe Energy (MUSE) and was active in the "No Nukes" movement.
Browne has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards and, in 2004, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Born: October 9, 1948
Birthplace: Heidelberg, Germany
Age: 75 years old
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
Career Highlights
- 1979-09-19 5-day MUSE (Musicians United for Safe Energy) "No Nukes" concert against nuclear power opens at Madison Square Garden, NYC; performers include: Jackson Browne; Bonnie Raitt; Crosby, Stills & Nash; Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band; James Taylor; Carly Simon; Gil Scott-Heron, and the Doobie Brothers
- 1982-06-18 Glastonbury Festival in Pilton, England opens: Van Morrison and Jackson Browne headline; other performers include: Osibisa, Judie Tzuke, Richie Havens, Aswad, Steel Pulse, Thompson Twins, Climax Blues Band, Talisman, and Incubus
- 1986-06-15 Amnesty International "Conspiracy of Hope" tour concludes with mega-concert at Giants Stadium in Rutherford, New Jersey; participants include: U2; Sting; Bryan Adams; Peter Gabriel; Lou Reed; Neville Brothers; Joan Baez; Joan Armatrading; Joni Mitchell; The Police; Jackson Browne; Yoko Ono; Miles Davis; Peter, Paul & Mary; and The Hooters
- 1992-09-23 Jackson Browne reportedly beats girlfriend Daryl Hannah
- 2004-03-15 19th Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees: Jackson Browne; The Dells; George Harrison; Prince; Bob Seger; Traffic; ZZ Top; and Jann Wenner
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