Leeroy Thornhill
English keyboard player and DJ
Born
October 8th, 1968
56 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A keyboard player and DJ, contributed to the electronic music scene, particularly as a member of The Prodigy. Active during the band's rise to fame in the 1990s, performed on influential albums and at major music festivals. Known for high-energy performances that incorporated live instrumentation into electronic sets.
Contributed to The Prodigy’s 'Music for the Jilted Generation'
Performed at Glastonbury and Reading Festivals
Member of The Prodigy during their peak years
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