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The secret of the bands longevity might rest in the fact that they all have remained best friends throughout the years, with not a hint of ego-trip to be found. This is especially unique because singer Jim Peterik rose to the top of the heap with his band Survivor (Eye Of The Tiger) during the 1980s. Jim also co-wrote the multi-platinum hits for Southern favorites .38 Special (Hold On Loosely, et.al.). When Survivor ran its course, Jim returned home to the IDES, and the band never looked back. While many vintage groups supplement their sets playing cover versions of the hits of others, the IDES celebrate Jims extracurricular hits like they were homegrown, which they, in some respects, are.
