Birth name Douglas Theodore Pinnick Also known as dUg Pinnick Born ：September 3, 1950 Braidwood, Illinois, U.S. Genres：”Hard rock, progressive rock, progressive metal, alternative metal Occupation(s)： Musician, singer, songwriter Instruments Vocals, bass Member of ：King's X, KXM, Grinder Blues, Pinnick Gales Pridgen Formerly of 3rd Ear Experience, Tres Mts., Poundhound Douglas Theodore Pinnick (born September 3, 1950), sometimes stylized as dUg Pinnick or simply dUg, is an American musician best known as the bass guitarist, co-lead vocalist, and songwriter for the hard rock and progressive metal band King's X. He has performed on 15 albums with King's X and recorded four solo albums. Pinnick has also participated in numerous side projects and has multiple guest appearances to his credit. He is recognized for his unique vocals (which are characterized by a strong gospel influence), and heavily distorted bass tone. Pinnick often plays bass with a guitar pick, though he has also been seen using his fingers.