Jobriath

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Jobriath

Country

United States

Birth - Death

1946 - 1983

Occupation

Entertainment

Description

Considered the first openly gay rock musician signed to a major record label when he signed to Elektra Records (owned by David Geffen) in 1972 (reportedly the most lucrative music contract at the time) promoting his debut album 'Jobriath'. Released a second album 'Creatures of the Street' (1973), but retired from music shortly after, and died of AIDS. Briefly returned as a cabaret singer in New York City in the early 1980s. Born Bruce Wayne Campbell. Documentary film 'Jobriath AD' was made profiling his career. His music has been re-released by many notable rock performers since his death.

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