Eric Burdon Announces Retirement,Citing Personal Struggles:I’ve Been Facing Alot Lately…..
Eric Burdon Announces Retirement,Citing Personal Struggles:I've Been Facing Alot Lately..... The main act of BLUES on Broadbeach The idea that 75 is "the new black" makes Eric Burdon giggle. Last week was the 75th birthday of the guy whose distinctive rock 'n' roll voice helped make hits like "Do not Let Me Be Misunderstood," "It is My Life," and the timeless "The House of the Rising Sun" reach the top of the charts. Paraphrase "Thanks for letting me know that I am on trend," Burdon remarked. "I am not sure whether it is the new black, but it is definitely a new number for me." "I suppose we need to discover new things that make us rockers feel cool as we get older."Happy 75th birthday, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney, and Bob Dylan.We are the new black, people. Prior to the last performance of his Australian tour, which is a free outdoor gig in Surf Parade as part of the Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival, Burdon talks with The Bulletin. Paraphrase