Mike Pender was born Michael John Prendergast on March 3, 1942 in Kirkdale, Liverpool and was an original founding member of British invasion rock group, The Searchers. He is best known as the lead vocalist on many hit singles by The Searchers, including the song "Needles & Pins". From his humble beginnings performing alongside bands such as The Beatles in Liverpool, England, Mike Pender has been a recogniseable voice of rock and roll for more than 45 years. Wikipedia
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