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Apr 23, 2025 1 hr 7 min

RockerMike and Rob Presents: Walter Egan

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RockerMike and Rob Presents: Walter Egan Walter Egan is an American rock musician, singer-songwriter, and guitarist, best known for his 1978 hit single “Magnet and Steel.” Born on July 12, 1948, in Queens, New York, Egan began his musical journey in the 1960s and has remained active in the industry for decades. Early Life and Musical Beginnings Egan pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at Georgetown University, where he majored in sculpture. During his time there, he co-founded the band Sageworth and Drums (later known as Sageworth), which gained a reputation as one of the best and most original bands in the greater Washington, D.C. area. After Sageworth disbanded in the early 1970s, Egan relocated to Los Angeles to embark on a solo career. “Magnet and Steel” and Solo Success Egan’s most notable achievement came with the release of “Magnet and Steel” in March 1978. The song, featured on his second solo album Not Shy, reached number eight on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and number nine in Canada. The track was co-produced by Egan, Lindsey Buckingham, and Richard Dashut, with background vocals by Buckingham and Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac. Nicks also served as the inspiration for the song. “Magnet and Steel” has enjoyed enduring popularity, featuring in films such as Boogie Nights (1997), Overnight Delivery (1998), and Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999), as well as in the HBO series Divorce. Later Career and Personal Life Following his initial success, Egan continued to produce music, releasing several albums over the years. As of 2014, he had recorded ten albums, with his most recent at that time being Myth America. In addition to his musical endeavors, Egan has worked as a substitute teacher in Williamson County, Tennessee. Egan resides near Nashville, Tennessee, and remains active in the music scene. He is divorced, has two grown children, and continues to perform and record music. http://www.chillertheatre.com/ http://www.walteregan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/walterlindsayegan?igsh=MWE4bDIzczNodXh1aQ== https://www.facebook.com/share/19vpZMzz4R/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.facebook.com/share/15gqapiMSD/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://youtube.com/@lindsaythomas?si=4f7Yw07Fc4XeXbVJ #walteregan #stevienicks #christinemcvie #mickfleetwood#fleetwoodmac #bobwelch #johnmayall#tompetty #gypsy #golddustwoman#cassettetape #cassetteculture#goyourownway #rumours#witchywomen #NewMusic#MusicDiscovery #artistsyoushouldknow #generationclash #tracktapes

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