Alan Merrill (born February 19, 1951) is an American vocalist, guitarist, songwriter, actor and model. In the early 1970s Merrill was the first westerner to achieve pop star status in Japan. He is the lead singer of the first ever released version and co-author of the song "I Love Rock 'n' Roll" by the Arrows in 1975.
Read more about Alan Merrill: Early Life, Instruments, Professional Career in Japan, Professional Career in London, Later Professional Career, Current Activity
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