Geoff Nicholls
British musician and Black Sabbath keyboardist
Born
1948
77 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A musician primarily recognized for keyboard work in the heavy metal band Black Sabbath. Joined Black Sabbath in the late 1970s as a touring keyboardist and contributed to the studio albums 'Technical Ecstasy' and 'Never Say Die!'. In addition to work with Black Sabbath, collaborated with other artists and bands throughout his career, enhancing many musical projects with his keyboard skills and arrangements.
Played keyboards for Black Sabbath from 1979 to 1980
Contributed to 'Technical Ecstasy' and 'Never Say Die!' albums
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