Doug Fieger

Doug Fieger (1952-2010) was an American singer-songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the rock band The Knack. Formed in 1978, The Knack gained widespread fame with their hit single "My Sharona," which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for six weeks in 1979. The song is often credited with helping to revive power pop in the late 1970s, characterized by catchy melodies and rock influences. Fieger's songwriting was marked by clever lyrics and a knack for creating memorable hooks, which contributed to the band's success. Their debut album, "Get the Knack," also featured other notable tracks like "Good Girls Don't." Although the band's mainstream popularity waned in the early 1980s, The Knack continued to tour and release music throughout the decades. Beyond his work with The Knack, Fieger pursued a solo career and collaborated with various artists, leaving a lasting influence on the power pop genre. His contributions to music, particularly during the late '70s, remain significant, as he helped shape the sound and style of a generation of rock music.