What nationality was Cory Wells?

Cory Wells was an American singer, best known as one of the three lead vocalists in the band Three Dog Night.

Who died from 3 Dog Night?

Cory Wells, one of the founding members of 1970s hitmakers Three Dog Night, has died at age 74. The death of Wells — one of the group's three lead singers — was announced on the band's official website. Longtime bandmate Danny Hutton said that Wells died "unexpectedly" Tuesday in Dunkirk, New York.

What was Cory Wells real name?

Wells was born Emil Lewandowski in Buffalo, New York. His father died when he was a small child and his unmarried mother gave him her surname, though he later contracted his father's surname, Wellsley, to Wells.

Where did Cory Wells grow up?

In an interview with The News in 2012, Wells spoke about growing up on the East Side of Buffalo, where he was born as Emil Lewandowski. He was raised by a single mother who struggled financially, Wells said.

How Did Three Dog Night come up with that name?

The band's now-famous name refers to native Australian hunters in the outback who huddled with their dogs for warmth on cold nights; the coldest being a “three dog night”.

Cory Wells "End Of A Good Thing" (Official Music Video)

What songs did Cory Wells sing lead on?

Wells sang lead on “Eli's Coming,” but he may be best remembered for “Mama Told Me (Not to Come),” a comic story-song by Randy Newman whose lyrics, narrated by an innocent at a wild party — “The radio is blastin', someone's knockin' on the door/I'm lookin' at my girlfriend, she's passed out on the floor/I seen so many ...

What is the meaning of Three Dog Night?

Some say it originated in the Australian Outback. Others point to Alaska or Siberia as the source. No matter where it came from, the expression “three-dog-night” means a night so bitterly cold you'd need three dogs in bed with you to keep you warm.

Did Three Dog Night write their own songs?

For the record, the band did write some of their tracks but most of them ended up as deep cuts. One of the founding members Danny Hutton wrote songs early on in his music career. However, he did admit that using outside songwriters helped them avoid tension and conflict.

What happened to Chuck Negron?

But Negron survived. He and Silna married in 1993 and have a 4-year-old daughter. He now volunteers time with the Musicians Assistance Program, counseling down-and-out, drug-addicted artists.

Is Michael Allsup still with Three Dog Night?

Today, he currently tours with Three Dog Night, being the only other original member currently in the band's lineup along with Danny Hutton.

Why is 3 dog night not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?

21 consecutive Top 40 hits are sure to impress, but a relatively short period of popularity and the fact they didn't write their hit songs may be reasons Three Dog Night gets the Hall snub.