Singer/songwriter/guitarist/keyboardist Jim Peterik was the lead singer and sole writer of the Ides of March's hit "Vehicle," and he co-wrote and co-produced the Grammy-winning double-platinum number one pop hit "Eye of the Tiger," the theme song from Rocky III, of course, and "Burning Heart" from Rocky IV, performed by Peterik's band Survivor.
Born in Berwyn, Illinois, Peterik formed the Renegades at age 13 with some fellow classmates at Piper Grade School. Playing a Fourth of July concert, he was approached by singer/guitarist Larry Millas, who asked him to join his band t...