1969 – 1972
Maurice White formed Earth, Wind & Fire after working as a session drummer for Chess Records and playing with the Ramsey Lewis Trio. His vision combined: - Elements of R&B, soul, funk, jazz, and rock - African musical traditions and instruments (notably the kalimba) - Positive spiritual...
Maurice White formed Earth, Wind & Fire after working as a session drummer for Chess Records and playing with the Ramsey Lewis Trio. His vision combined: - Elements of R&B, soul, funk, jazz, and rock - African musical traditions and instruments (notably the kalimba) - Positive spiritual...
(1975)** – #1 on Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts; Grammy winner - **
— Earth, Wind & Fire
(1978)** – Signature song, iconic opening riff - **
— Earth, Wind & Fire
(1979)** – With The Emotions - **
— Earth, Wind & Fire
(1981)** – #1 R&B, #3 Pop - **
— Earth, Wind & Fire
(1977)** – Complex composition, fan favorite - **
— Earth, Wind & Fire
| Year | Title | Role/Impact | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | – #1 on Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts; Grammy winner - | Album | |
| 1979 | – Signature song, iconic opening riff - | Album | |
| 1981 | – With The Emotions - | Album | |
| 1977 | – #1 R&B, #3 Pop - | Album | |
| 1974 | – Complex composition, fan favorite - | Album | |
| 1975 | – Early hit - | Album |