Bunker Hill (musician)

Bunker Hill (born David Eugene Starns, November 14, 1941, in Wisemantown, Kentucky – disappeared circa 1968) was an American rock and roll singer popular in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He is best known for his energetic performances and distinctive, raw vocal style, often categorized as rockabilly or proto-punk.

Hill began his career performing locally, and signed to Carlton Records in 1959. He released several singles on Carlton, including "Hide and Go Seek" and "The Girl Can't Dance," which achieved regional success. His recordings were characterized by their driving rhythm, heavy use of reverb, and Hill's untamed vocals.

Despite gaining a following and touring extensively, Bunker Hill's mainstream success remained limited. His style was seen as too wild and unconventional for some audiences at the time. He continued to record and perform into the mid-1960s, but his career gradually faded.

After 1968, Bunker Hill disappeared from public view. His whereabouts and fate remain unknown, making him a somewhat enigmatic figure in rock and roll history. His recordings have since been rediscovered and appreciated for their raw energy and pioneering spirit. He is considered a cult figure and an influence on later generations of punk and garage rock musicians.

His discography is limited, but compilations of his singles are available. He is often mentioned in discussions about influential but underappreciated figures in early rock and roll.