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Send us a textRob Grill was the lead singer, bassist, and frontman of The Grass Roots, one of the most successful pop-rock bands of the late 1960s and 1970s.Career HighlightsThe Grass Roots had over a dozen charting singles, many with Grill’s signature vocals. Some of their biggest hits include:“Let’s Live for Today” (1967“Temptation Eyes” (1970)Sooner or Later” (1971)Grill joined the band in 1967 and remained its driving force for decades, continuing to tour under The Grass Rootsname even after the group’s mainstream success had peaked.He also released solo work, including the 1979 album Uprooted.LegacyThe Grass Roots were known for their catchy harmonies, polished production, and a style that blended folk-rock and pop with a touch of psychedelia.Rob Grill’s voice became the hallmark of the group’s sound.He toured with variations of The Grass Roots lineup well into the 2000s, keeping the music alive for new audiences.Personal Life & PassingRob Grill was born November 30, 1943 in Los Angeles.He was married to Nancy Grill.He passed away on July 11, 2011, at the age of 67, after health complications.
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