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Earl Slick was born on October 1, 1952 in Brooklyn, New York, United States. Earl Slick is listed as a guitarist and songwriter. That works out to 73 years old in 2026.
My Take
Earl Slick has one of the most quietly extraordinary resumes in rock. Working alongside David Bowie, John Lennon, Yoko Ono and Robert Smith means his guitar sits inside some of the most important recordings of the era, yet he never chased the front of the stage. That is exactly what fascinates me: the sideman who becomes essential through pure feel and reliability. The Brooklyn kid born Frank Madeloni built a half-century career on trust, and that endurance impresses me more than any flashy solo could. I am drawn to musicians who let the song lead, and Slick is the archetype.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Earl Slick
- Name (Japanese)
- アール・スリック
- Reading
- あーる・すりっく
- Born
- October 1, 1952 (age 73)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Libra / Dragon
- Origin
- Brooklyn, New York, United States
- Occupation
- guitarist / songwriter
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3. About this entry
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- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Earl Slick born?
Born October 1, 1952 (age 73).
Where is Earl Slick from?
Earl Slick is from Brooklyn, New York, United States.
What does Earl Slick do?
Earl Slick works as guitarist, songwriter.
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