Mitch Ryder

Mitch Ryder (born 26 February 1945) is an American musician born in Hamtramck, Michigan as William S. Levise Jr.. He is noted for his gruff, wailing singing style, much influenced by Little Richard, and his dynamic stage performances, influenced by James Brown.

He first appeared with his band, the Detroit Wheels, and later with a band called Detroit, and as a solo act.

Some of Ryder's music include:

• "Sock It To Me-Baby!"
• "Jenny Take A Ride!"
• "Little Latin Lupe Lu"
• "Devil With A Blue Dress On"
• "Rock and Roll" (written by Lou Reed)

Quotation

• "I didn't know James Brown wore knee pads when he did those stage slides." -- Mitch Ryder