Jimi Jamison, lead singer of Survivor, dies at age 63

Jimi Jamison, who sang lead on Survivor hits such as "Burning Heart" and "Is This Love?", has died. He was 63.

Booking agent Sally Irwin said yesterday that Jamison died last weekend, apparently of a heart attack, at his home in Memphis, Tennessee.

Multiple reports said the singer died Sunday.

He had returned to Memphis after performing in California.

Jamison joined the group in 1984, after it had already become known for "Eye of the Tiger," the theme song for the Sylvester Stallone film "Rocky III."

With Jamison replacing vocalist Dave Bickler, the band had several more hits and remained a popular touring act in recent years.

Jamison also co-wrote and sang "I'm Always Here," the theme to for "Baywatch."

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A native of Mississippi, Jamison was a member of Target and Cobra before joining Survivor. -- AP