Known for movies
Short Info
Fact | In addition to touring with Earth Wind & Fire, Loughnane and Chicago have recently finished recording "Chicago XXX," tentatively set for release in the spring of 2006. [September 2005] |
Lee Loughnane (born October 21, 1946) is an American trumpeter, flugelhornist, composer, and record producer best known for his work with the rock band Chicago. He has been a member of the band since its inception in 1967, and is one of the four original members still active with the group.
Loughnane was born in Chicago, Illinois, and began playing trumpet at an early age. He attended Lane Tech High School, where he played in the school band. After graduation, he enrolled at DePaul University, but dropped out after a year to focus on his music career.
Loughnane began his professional career as a studio musician, playing on a number of recordings by various artists. He also toured with a number of bands, including the Ides of March and the New Colony Six. In 1967, he met keyboardist/vocalist Robert Lamm and drummer Danny Seraphine, who were in the process of forming a new band. Loughnane joined the group, which would later become known as Chicago.
With Chicago, Loughnane has recorded more than 30 albums and sold over 100 million records worldwide. The band has been awarded 21 gold and platinum albums, and has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Grammy Hall of Fame. Loughnane has also been nominated for three Grammy Awards as a solo artist.
In addition to his work with Chicago, Loughnane has also released several solo albums and has composed music for film and television. He has produced albums for other artists, including the Ides of March and New Colony Six.
Loughnane is married to former Chicago singer/keyboardist Leslie Bega. The couple have two children.
Net worth: $40 million (2020)
Salary: $3 million per year (estimate)
General Info
Full Name | Lee Loughnane |
Profession | Film producer, Actor, Trumpeter, Singer, Songwriter, You’re the Inspiration, 25 or 6 to 4, If You Leave Me Now |
Education | DePaul University |
Nationality | American |
Accomplishments
Music Groups | Chicago |
Movies | Electra Glide in Blue |
Social profile links
Quotes
# | Quote |
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1 | On Chicago's long career: "It has definitely been a blur at times, and along the way you miss out on some of your children's growth, and it can be hard on your wife. Or a few wives. In my case, I'm on my fourth, but it was a matter of taking a while to find the perfect mate, which I now have. Of course, I had to wait for her to get born, too, but she's not so young that I'll have to go to court or anything like that." |
Facts
# | Fact |
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1 | In addition to touring with Earth Wind & Fire, Loughnane and Chicago have recently finished recording "Chicago XXX," tentatively set for release in the spring of 2006. [September 2005] |
2 | He and Chicago were awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 6438 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California. |
3 | He played as a first motorcycle cop in the music video "Stay The Night" by Chicago. |
Movies
Producer
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Now More Than Ever: The History of Chicago | 2016 | Documentary executive producer | |
Chicago World Tour 2011: Backstage Pass | 2012 | Video executive producer | |
Chicago in Chicago | 2011 | TV Movie executive producer | |
Chicago Presents an Evening of Holiday Music and Greatest Hits | 2011 | Documentary producer |
Actor
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with Chicago | 2016 | Video | |
The Yule Tide Good Samaritan | 2011 | Short | Band Member |
Electra Glide in Blue | 1973 | Pig Man |
Music Department
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Now More Than Ever: The History of Chicago | 2016 | Documentary music supervisor |
Production Manager
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Now More Than Ever: The History of Chicago | 2016 | Documentary production supervisor |
Soundtrack
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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Chicago World Tour 2011: Backstage Pass | 2012 | Video writer: "Call on Me" |
Self
Title | Year | Status | Character |
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The Terry Kath Experience | 2016 | Documentary | Himself |
Now More Than Ever: The History of Chicago | 2016 | Documentary | |
WGN Morning News | 2015-2016 | TV Series | Himself |
The Playboy Morning Show | 2015 | TV Series | Himself |
Skum Rocks! | 2013 | Documentary | Himself |
Clear History | 2013 | TV Movie | Himself (Chicago Band Member) |
Chicago World Tour 2011: Backstage Pass | 2012 | Video | Himself |
Chicago Presents an Evening of Holiday Music and Greatest Hits | 2011 | Documentary | Himself |
Chicago and Me | 2011 | Short | Himself |
The Early Show | 2009 | TV Series | Himself |
The Chris Isaak Hour | 2009 | TV Series | Himself - Trumpet |
Private Sessions | 2008 | TV Series | Himself |
Live by Request: Chicago | 2002 | TV Special | Performer |
American Bandstand's 50th Anniversary Celebration | 2002 | TV Movie | Himself - Performer |
Chicago in Concert at the Greek Theatre | 1993 | TV Special | Himself - Trumpet |
Duke Ellington... We Love You Madly | 1973 | TV Special | Himself |
Source: IMDb, Wikipedia