Remembering Jani Lane: The Warrant Frontman's Life & Legacy
Did the music ever truly die? For Jani Lane, the charismatic frontman of the glam metal band Warrant, the final chord struck far too soon, leaving a legacy of soaring vocals and poignant songwriting forever etched in rock history.
The news rippled through the music world on August 11, 2011: Jani Lane, the voice that powered Warrant's ascent to stardom, had passed away. Officer Sara Faden confirmed that Lane's body was discovered on Thursday, August 11, 2011, in a Comfort Inn located in the Woodland Hills area of Los Angeles. The official cause of death was attributed to acute ethanol poisoning, a tragic end for a man who battled personal demons throughout his life.
| Jani Lane: Biographical and Career Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Real Name | John Kennedy Oswald |
| Stage Name | Jani Lane |
| Date of Birth | February 1, 1964 |
| Place of Birth | Akron, Ohio, USA |
| Date of Death | August 11, 2011 |
| Place of Death | Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Cause of Death | Acute Ethanol Poisoning |
| Occupation | Singer, Songwriter |
| Genres | Glam Metal, Hard Rock |
| Associated Acts | Warrant, Plain Jane |
| Years Active | 19832011 |
| Notable Albums with Warrant | Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich (1989), Cherry Pie (1990), Dog Eat Dog (1992) |
| Key Songs | "Heaven," "Down Boys," "Cherry Pie," "I Saw Red," "Sometimes She Cries" |
| Legacy | Remembered as the charismatic frontman and primary songwriter for Warrant, contributing significantly to the glam metal scene of the late 1980s and early 1990s. |
| External Links | |
| Official Warrant Website |
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