Lee Rocker is an American bassist, singer, and songwriter, best known as a founding member of the legendary rockabilly band the Stray Cats. Born on August 3, 1961, in Massapequa, New York, Rocker played a pivotal role in reviving the rockabilly genre during the early 1980s. The Stray Cats, formed in 1979, gained fame with hits such as "Stray Cat Strut," "Rock This Town," and "Sexy and 17," which combined traditional rockabilly influences with a contemporary rock sound. Rocker's distinctive slap bass style and charismatic stage presence contributed significantly to the band's success, helping to popularize rockabilly music beyond its original 1950s roots. After the Stray Cats disbanded in the mid-1980s, he pursued a solo career, releasing several albums, including "Racin' the Devil" and "Black Cat Bone," which showcased his versatility as a musician. Rocker’s impact on music extends beyond performance; he has influenced a generation of musicians in the rockabilly and psychobilly scenes and remains an active performer and recording artist, celebrating and perpetuating the rockabilly tradition. His work continues to resonate within the genre, making him a significant figure in American music history.