April 28
Chuck Leavell
April 28, 1952. The Allman Brothers Band recruited Charles Alfred Leavell as their keyboardist in 1972 following the passing of Duane Allman. His jazz influenced piano style helped reshape the group sound on the landmark album Brothers and Sisters, specifically on the instrumental hit Jessica. He remained a constant member of the ensemble from 1972 to 1976 and returned for their reformation from 1978 to 1982, contributing his skills to several studio projects.
In 1976, he moved forward by founding the jazz rock fusion group Sea Level, where he served as the primary keyboardist and singer through 1981. This quartet allowed him to explore complex arrangements and showcase his versatility across five different albums. Chuck Leavell also maintained a busy schedule as a session keyboardist, lending his talents to various high profile rock and blues recordings throughout the decade.
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Eddie Jobson
April 28, 1955. Curved Air recruited Edwin Jobson as their keyboardist and violinist in 1972, where he contributed to the album Air Cut. His reputation for technical virtuosity led Frank Zappa to hire him as a keyboardist and violinist for his touring ensemble from 1976 to 1977. He provided sophisticated textures to several live recordings and studio tracks during this prolific tenure.
In 1977, he co-founded the progressive rock supergroup UK, serving as the keyboardist and violinist from 1977 to 1980. His work on their self titled debut and Danger Money showcased his mastery of synthesizers. Following that group's dissolution, he joined Jethro Tull as a keyboardist and violinist for their 1980 project and subsequent world tour. Eddie Jobson remained a sought after session player and electronic music innovator throughout the decade.
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