David Clayton-Thomas (real name)

David Clayton-Thomas, born David Thiele on August 13, 1941, in London, England, is a renowned jazz and rock singer. He gained fame as the lead vocalist of the American band Blood, Sweat & Tears during their peak in the late 1960s and early 1970s, known for hits like "Spinning Wheel." Clayton-Thomas’s powerful voice and dynamic stage presence helped define the band’s distinctive blend of jazz, rock, and soul. Before joining Blood, Sweat & Tears, he performed with various musical groups and had a career rooted in jazz and live performance, establishing himself as a versatile and influential vocalist.