Howard Kaylan

Biography

Howard Kaylan, born on March 22, 1947, is an influential figure in American rock music, best known as a founding member of the iconic band The Turtles. Growing up in New York City, Kaylan developed a passion for music early on, leading him to pursue a career in the music industry. He attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he met fellow student and guitarist Mark Volman, who would become his lifelong musical collaborator. The duo formed The Turtles in 1965, achieving immediate success with their hit 'Happy Together' which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1967. This track helped catapult the band into the spotlight, blending pop rock with a playful sense of humor, and laid the groundwork for Kaylan's future endeavors. Throughout the late 1960s, The Turtles released several successful albums, earning a spot in the annals of pop history.