Henry Gross

Henry Gross (born April 1, 1951) is an American singer-songwriter, best known for his association with the group Sha Na Na and his hit song, 'Shannon.' Born in Brooklyn, New York City, Gross began his musical career at a young age. At 13, he performed at the World's Fair with his first band, The Auroras. By 14, he was playing regularly in local clubs and summer resorts in the New York area. While a student at Brooklyn College, Gross became a founding member of Sha Na Na, a 1950s Rock & Roll revival group, where he played guitar and performed at Woodstock as the youngest musician. Gross later pursued a solo career, with 'Shannon' being his most notable hit.