Frankie Sullivan
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Sullivan (right) with Jimi Jamison at the Sweden Rock Festival in 2013
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| Birth name | Frank Michael Sullivan III |
| Born | February 1, 1955 Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Occupation(s) | Guitarist, songwriter |
| Instruments | Guitar, Vocals |
| Years active | 1976-present |
| Associated acts | Survivor |
Frank Michael "Frankie" Sullivan III (born February 1, 1955) is an American guitarist and songwriter. He is best known for being a member of the band Survivor,[1] and has been the only constant member of the band since its formation in 1977.[2]
Along with former bandmate, keyboardist/vocalist Jim Peterik, Sullivan co-wrote many of the group's hits including "Eye of the Tiger"[3] and "Burning Heart" from the Rocky III and IV movie soundtracks.[4]
Sullivan began playing guitar in his very early teens by sitting in on local garage band practices and helping with their equipment changes. Eventually he was allowed to play a little after band practice when members realized his serious interest, as stated by local piano/keyboard musician and Northlake, Illinois resident Jimmy Tranchitella. He was part of the US hard rock band Mariah in 1976 (Mariah Mariah united artists records UA-LA493-G).
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