Vince Martell

About

Lead guitarist of psychedelic rock band Vanilla Fudge, who scored a hit with "You Keep Me Hangin' On."

Before Fame

He served in the U.S. Navy, where he discovered his talent for the guitar.

Trivia

He was on the PBS series My Music, on which he performed "You Keep Me Hangin' On."

Family Life

Both of Martell's parents were guitar players, and both encouraged him to learn the instrument.

Associated With

Martell used to tour with Jimi Hendrix.