Birthdate: November 2, 1944
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Todmorden, West Riding of Yorkshire, England
Died: March 11, 2016
Keith Emerson was an influential English keyboardist, composer, and record producer recognized for his contributions to progressive rock. He achieved fame with The Nice before co-founding the highly acclaimed supergroup Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP) in the 1970s. Emerson’s innovative music compositions for ELP combined classical influences with rock components. Following ELP’s disbandment, he embarked on a successful solo career, composed soundtracks for films, and collaborated in various musical projects. Emerson’s exceptional skill on the keyboard solidified his reputation as one of the foremost figures in the history of rock music.
