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William Keith Relf (22 March 1943 – 12 May 1976) was an English musician, best known as the lead vocalist and harmonica player for rock band the Yardbirds. He then formed the band Renaissance with his sister Jane Relf, the Yardbirds ex-drummer Jim McCarty and ex-The Nashville Teens keyboardist John Hawken.
May 27, 2021 · Keith Relf was the frontman of the British rock band the Yardbirds until their 1968 disbandment. Here's a closer look at his tragic death.
May 14, 2016 · Keith Relf, the voice of the Yardbirds, died by electrocution while practicing guitar on May 14, 1976 in his cellar.
Aug 7, 2024 · Relf co-wrote several Yardbirds classics, including “Shapes of Things,” “I Ain’t Done Wrong,” “Happenings Ten Years Time Ago,” and “Over Under Sideways Down.” After the Yardbirds disbanded in July 1968, Relf, along with his sister Jane and Jim McCarty, founded the band Renaissance.
May 25, 2020 · Yardbirds singer, Keith Relf tragic death story and cause. Yardbirds legendary singer Keith died on the basement of his house while playing an electric guitar at bathtub in 1976, when he was only 33 years-old. He was electrocuted when he stood on a gas pipe.
Mar 25, 2024 · Discover the captivating journey of Keith Relf, a founding member of The Yardbirds, in this poignant video exploring his life and tragic demise.
Mar 24, 2011 · Keith Relf. Who? Exactly. Quite possibly the best vocalist you’ve never heard of, you still have heard him if you are passingly familiar with rock music. Trust me. He was the voice of the...
Jun 4, 2020 · Singer and frontman Keith Relf was a crucial cog in their innovation, both as lead singer and a songwriter, usually sharing composing credits with other Yardbirds.
Jan 26, 2024 · The Yardbirds are without a doubt one of the most influential bands in rock music. With their legendary line ups that included icons like Eric Clapton, Jeff beck and Jimmy Page combined with the unique vocals of Keith Relf, their music influenced Rock history.
Mar 22, 2022 · Relf was, to put it simply, a bluesman of great restraint and romance, bringing the many layers that pads out the American songbook. Relf was represented by his widow April at The Yardbirds induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.
