Don Dokken

Biography

Donald Maynard Dokken (born June 29, 1953) is an American heavy metal vocalist, best known for being the lead singer, occasional guitarist, and founder of the band Dokken. He is known for his vibrato-laden, melodic vocal style which has made him an influential figure in American hard rock and heavy metal. After enjoying mainstream success with Dokken, he parted ways with the band in 1988 and pursued a solo career. His 1990 solo album, Up from the Ashes, spawned two singles, and achieved modest success. He and drummer Mick Brown are the only remaining original members of Dokken. He reformed Dokken in the early 1990s and has been continuing on with the band ever since. He released his second solo album, titled Solitary in 2008; it was a stylistic departure from his Dokken material.

Known For

Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy

as Self

Nöthin' but a Good Time: The Uncensored Story of '80s Hair Metal

as Self

Dokken - Return to the East Live 2016

as singer

The History of Metal and Horror

as Self

The Freddy Krueger Special

Dokken - Unchain the Night

as Vocals

Dokken - Live from The Sun

as Himself

Dokken - One Live Night

as Vocals

Dokken - Japan Live '95

The Guest List

as Self