Kaylan Howard

Kaylan Howard - Public Profile

Note: Kaylan Howard corresponds to the public figure Howard Kaylan (born June 22, 1947, in New York City). He is best known as the lead singer of the 1960s band The Turtles. The name "Kaylan Howard" places the given and family names in the reverse order of his stage name.

Quick facts

• Birth name: Howard Kaylan
• Date of birth: June 22, 1947
• Birthplace: New York City, United States
• Primary roles: Singer, songwriter, musician
• Notable bands/acts: The Turtles; Flo & Eddie (with Mark Volman)
• Signature songs with The Turtles: "Happy Together", "Elenore", "It Ain't Me Babe" (cover), "She'd Rather Be with Me"

News and recent activity

• Kaylan continues to be active in music, often performing with Flo & Eddie alongside Mark Volman at live events and festivals celebrating 1960s rock.
• He published the memoir Shell Shocked: My Life with the Turtles in 2013, co-authored with Jeff Tamarkin, detailing his experiences in the music business.
• In interviews and press in recent years, he has discussed the enduring legacy of The Turtles and the Flo & Eddie era, as well as the memoir’s impact.

Recent projects

• Live performances with Flo & Eddie, including touring and festival appearances.
• Continuing engagement with The Turtles catalog in concerts and recordings with Flo & Eddie.
• Public speaking and media appearances related to his memoir and long career in rock.

Social media

• Twitter/X: @howardkaylan
• Instagram: @howardkaylan
• Facebook: Howard Kaylan (official page)

Other information

Howard Kaylan’s distinctive vocal style helped define The Turtles’ sound, with "Happy Together" remaining a landmark of 1960s pop. His later work with Flo & Eddie contributed to a broader legacy in pop and rock, as well as collaborations across media and live performance. His memoir offers a first-person account of the era’s music scene and his experiences within it.