SURbit Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Earth, Wind & Fire founder Maurice White dead at 74 . "Maurice was the guiding force behind the group's success and helped create hit songs such as 'Shining Star,' 'September,' 'After The Love Has Gone,' and so many memorable others. His unerring instincts as a musician and showman helped propel the band to international stardom, influencing countless fellow musicians in the process. While he will be greatly missed, Maurice's contributions to music will live on. We offer our condolences to his family, friends and creative collaborators." SOURCE Earth, Wind & Fire 1969- Maurice White(vocals, percussion) Verdine White(bass) Philip Bailey(vocals, percussion)1972- Larry Dunn(keyboards)1972- Ralph Johnson(drums)1972- Johnny Graham(guitar)1973-1983 Al McKay(guitar)1973-1981 Earth, Wind & Fire got their name from drummer and founding member Maurice White's astrological sign. White's sign is Sagittarius, which has the primary elemental quality of Fire and the seasonal qualities of Earth and Air. "Earth, Air & Fire" didn't sound right, so "Air" became "Wind." White was previously in a band signed to Capitol Records called Salty Peppers; Maurice developed an interest in astrology and Egyptology while he was touring the world with them. SOURCE SOURCE [Some people may wonder why I chose this Vid, well it's for the man's beautiful smile and the fun he was having and the way I choose to remember him, thank you.] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reefa Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Sad News Indeed...R.I.P.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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