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William Bradford "Bill" Champlin (born on May 21, 1947 in Oakland, California) is an United States|American singer, songwriter, guitarist, musical keyboard|keyboard player, arranger and Record producer|producer known for his work with Chicago (band)|Chicago and the Sons of Champlin.
Early career As a child, Champlin demonstrated a talent for piano, and eventually picked up the guitar after being inspired by Elvis Presley. He started a band, The Opposite Six, while at Tamalpais High School, in Mill Valley, California and went on to study music in college, but was encouraged by a professor to drop out of school and pursue music professionally. The Sons of Champlin and solo career The Opposite Six, Champlin's band from high school, changed their name to the Sons of Champlin, and eventually recorded a number of well-reviewed, poorly-selling albums (including ''Loosen Up Naturally'' and ''Circle Filled With Love'') by 1977, when the 30 year old Champlin moved to Los Angeles. In LA he began extensive Session musician|studio session work. He was especially in demand for his singing, appearing on hundreds of recordings throughout the 1970s and 1980s. In addition, he co-wrote the hit songs "After The Love Has Gone" (Earth, Wind & Fire) and "Turn Your Love Around" (George Benson), winning two Grammy Awards in the process. Thi... read all Bill Champlin top albumsBill Champlin top songs and lyrics
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