J. Geils

Guitarist

Birthday February 20, 1946

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace New York

DEATH DATE Apr 11, 2017 (71)

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About

Lead guitarist and founder of the rock band The J. Geils Band, who had the number one hit "Centerfold" in 1982. He was known for his skills on guitar, excelling in rock, blues and jazz solos. 

Before Fame

He got a degree in engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Trivia

His band was originally called Snoopy and the Sopwith Camels but, in the late '60s, he began playing electric guitar and changed the name. Throughout his music making career, he made an impression on other celebrities for his unselfish nature on stage. 

Family Life

He spent most of his life living in and around Massachusetts.

Associated With

His band's popular 1980 song "Love Stink" was prominently featured in the Adam Sandler film The Wedding Singer.