Eric Burdon & The Animals

Eric Burdon & The Animals are English rock pioneers, acclaimed for their gritty blues-rock sound and influential role in the British Invasion. After achieving international success in June 1964 with their rendition of ‘The House of the Rising Sun,’ a transatlantic number-one hit, Eric Burdon & The Animals quickly established themselves as English rock pioneers. Acclaimed for their gritty blues-rock sound and influential role in the British Invasion, the band formed between 1962 and 1963 in Newcastle upon Tyne as the Alan Price Rhythm and Blues Combo. The original lineup featured Eric Burdon (vocals), Alan Price (organ and keyboards), Hilton Valentine (guitar), Chas Chandler (bass), and John Steel (drums).

The group remains a powerful live act, celebrated globally for their classic hits and dynamic performances. Most recently, Eric Burdon & The Animals performed at the Fool In Love Festival in Los Angeles, CA in 2024, continuing to captivate audiences with their iconic sound.