Chuck Leavell

Keyboard player and singer-songwriter

Chuck Leavell - Keyboard player and singer-songwriter
Born

April 28th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent keyboard player and singer-songwriter, significant work has been done with the Allman Brothers Band and The Rolling Stones. Contributions to rock and Southern rock music through performances and songwriting have been recognized. Also worked on various solo albums and collaborated with numerous artists across different genres, bringing a distinctive sound to his projects.

Played keyboards for The Rolling Stones

Performed with the Allman Brothers Band

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