Billy Rich

Billy Rich
Born
Eddie Wilbur Rich

(1949-04-07) April 7, 1949
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
GenresBlues, rock, R&B, funk
OccupationsMusician, songwriter, arranger
InstrumentsBass guitar, vocals
Years active1956–present
Websitebillrichmusic.com

Eddie Wilbur "Billy" Rich (born April 7, 1949) is an American electric bassist and blues musician. He is known for his association with Buddy Miles, John McLaughlin, Jimi Hendrix and especially Taj Mahal, with whom he has played since 1972. Rich was born in Omaha, Nebraska and is based out of Denver, Colorado. On July 29, 2004, Rich was inducted into the Nebraska Music Hall of Fame, and is a member of the Omaha Black Music Hall of Fame.

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