Dave Greenslade

Keyboard player and composer

Dave Greenslade - Performers & Entertainers born January 18th, 1943
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Positioned as a prominent English keyboard player and composer, contributions span several decades. Achieved recognition as a member of the progressive rock band Colosseum. Also co-founded the band Greenslade, which released several albums during the 1970s. In addition to performing, engaged in composing music for television and film projects. Influenced the sound of the era through innovative keyboard techniques and arrangements.

Played keyboards for Colosseum

Co-founded the band Greenslade

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