Bob Hite

For the radio and television announcer, see Bob Hite (announcer).

Bob Hite
Hite in 1974
Background information
Also known asThe Bear
Born
Robert Ernest Hite

(1943-02-26)February 26, 1943
Torrance, California, U.S.
DiedApril 5, 1981(1981-04-05) (aged 38)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
GenresBlues rock
Occupations
  • Musician
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • harmonica
  • flute
  • guitar
  • bass
Years active1965–1981
Formerly ofCanned Heat
Websitebobhite.net

Robert Ernest Hite (February 26, 1943 – April 5, 1981), also known as "The Bear", was an American singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer who was the co-lead vocalist of the blues rock band Canned Heat from 1965 until his death in 1981.

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