James Preston Pennington (born January 22, 1949) is an American musician, known primarily as the guitarist and co-lead vocalist of the country pop band Exile. Pennington was one of the early members and one of the lead singers of the group until departing in 1990.[2] After leaving Exile, he signed to MCA Records as a solo artist. There, he released three singles and one album, Whatever It Takes, in 1991.[1] Pennington re-established the band in 1995, together with guitarist Les Taylor.[2]
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Birth name | James Preston Pennington[1] |
Born | (1949-01-22) January 22, 1949 (age 73) |
Origin | Berea, Kentucky, U.S. |
Genres | pop, Country |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
Years active | 1963–present |
Labels | Warner Curb, Epic, MCA |
Member of | Exile |
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Whatever It Takes |
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1991 | "Whatever It Takes" | 45 | Whatever It Takes |
"Old Familiar Ring" | — | ||
"You Gotta Get Serious" | 72 | ||
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