Mick Avory's Net Worth and Career
Mick Avory is a renowned English musician with a net worth of $2 million. Born as Michael Charles Avory in 1944, he rose to fame as a crucial member of the band The Kinks. Avory began his musical journey in the early 1960s, playing in pubs alongside musicians who later became part of The Rolling Stones. He joined The Kinks in 1964, stepping in as the new drummer.
Feuds and Tensions
Throughout his career with The Kinks, Avory often clashed with the band's guitarist, Dave Davies. Their conflicts were notorious, sometimes leading to physical altercations on stage. One well-known incident occurred in 1965, when Avory struck Davies with a drum pedal and went into hiding for several days to avoid arrest.
Departure and Recognition
Avory departed from The Kinks in 1984 after two decades of contribution. His significant impact on music was acknowledged when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990, and later into the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2005.
Later Collaborations
Post-The Kinks, Avory continued his musical journey, performing with several other groups, such as The Class of 64, Legends of the Sixties, Shut Up Frank, and The Kast Off Kinks. Interestingly, he later collaborated with Dave Davies again, drumming on "Rock 'N' Roll Cities," a track from The Kinks' 1986 album.
