Born on May 14, 1949, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Animal grew up in a musical family and was influenced by jazz, blues, and funk music from an early age. He began his music career in the 1960s, performing with various bands before joining Kool & The Gang in 1969.
Born on May 14, 1949, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Animal grew up in a musical family and was influenced by jazz, blues, and funk music from an early age. He began his music career in the 1960s, performing with various bands before joining Kool & The Gang in 1969.