Earth, Wind & Fire, one of the great funk and soul bands, known for their spectacular live shows.
Profile
- Origin
- Chicago, United States
- Formed
- 1969
- Founding members
- Maurice White, Verdine White, Wade Flemons, Don Whitehead
- Current status
- Active; led by founding bassist Verdine White and vocalist Philip Bailey (since 1972). Maurice White, the founder and historic leader, died in 2016.
- Official website
- www.earthwindandfire.com
Current lineup
- Verdine White — bass (1970–present)
- Philip Bailey — vocals (1972–present)
- Ralph Johnson — drums, percussion (1972–present, with interruptions)
Former members
- Maurice White — drums, vocals, production (1969–2016; died 2016)
- Larry Dunn — keyboards (1972–1983)
- Andrew Woolfolk — saxophone (1973–1985, 1987–1993; died 2022)
- Al McKay — guitar (1973–1981)
Discography
| Year | Release |
|---|---|
| 1971 | Earth, Wind & Fire |
| 1975 | That’s the Way of the World |
| 1976 | Spirit |
| 1977 | All ’n All |
| 1979 | I Am |
| 1981 | Raise! |
| 1983 | Powerlight |
| 1983 | Electric Universe |
| 1987 | Touch the World |
| 1993 | Millennium |
| 1997 | In the Name of Love |
| 2013 | Now, Then & Forever |
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