Blackie Lawless

Blackie Lawless
Lawless performing in 2025
Background information
Born
Steve Edward Duren

(1956-09-04) September 4, 1956
Tampa, Florida, U.S.
GenresHeavy metal, Christian metal, shock rock, glam metal, hard rock
OccupationsSinger, musician, songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, bass guitar
Years active1975–present
Member ofW.A.S.P.
Formerly ofLondon, Circus Circus, Sister, New York Dolls

Steven Edward Duren (born September 4, 1956), better known by his stage name Blackie Lawless, is an American singer, songwriter and musician, best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist (formerly bassist) for heavy metal band W.A.S.P.