Lafayette Leake
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Lafayette Leake (June 1, 1919 – August 14, 1990) was an American blues and jazz pianist, organist, vocalist and composer who played for Chess Records as a session musician, and as a member of the Big Three Trio, during the formative years of Chicago blues. He played piano on many of Chuck Berry's recordings.
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Born | (1919-06-01)June 1, 1919 Winona, Mississippi, U.S. |
Died | August 14, 1990(1990-08-14) (aged 71) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
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Occupation(s) | Musician |
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Years active | 1950s–1988 |
Formerly of | Chicago Blues All-Stars |
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