Jinx Dawson
Career
Active 1967 – present
Biography
About Jinx Dawson
American vocalist Jinx Dawson was born on Friday the 13th of January 1950 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She began her career in 1967 at age 18 and became the lead vocalist of the rock band Coven. With themes of Satanism and witchcraft, Coven is often cited as one of the main inspirations of heavy metal in the United States.
Dawson has also worked as an actress. Her discography includes the 1969 album Witchcraft Destroys Minds & Reaps Souls, followed by Coven (1972), Blood on the Snow (1974), Metal Goth Queen: Out of the Vault 1976-2007 (2008), and Jinx (2013). She has been active for 59 years, and her blonde hair and slim build are part of her stage presence.
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Frequently asked
How does Jinx Dawson's birth date relate to her stage persona?
Born on Friday the 13th of January 1950, her birth date aligns with the occult themes of her band Coven, which often incorporated Satanism and witchcraft.
How many years has Jinx Dawson been active?
She has been active since 1967, spanning 59 years, with a career that began when she was around 18 years old.
Did you know
- Jinx Dawson's birth date of Friday the 13th matches the occult image of her band Coven.
- She has released five albums over a career spanning from 1969 to 2013.
- Coven's debut album Witchcraft Destroys Minds & Reaps Souls came out in 1969, the same year as Woodstock.
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