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George Edward Smith (né Haddad; born January 27, 1952) is an American guitarist. Smith was the lead guitarist for the duo Hall & Oates during the band's heyday from 1979 to 1985, playing on several albums and five number one singles.
One of the most in demand blues / rock guitarists in the world is a mysterious character who goes by the name of G.E. Smith. Millions of TV viewers know his face-and the shock of unruly blond ponytail that was always falling across it-from his tenure stint of fronting the Saturday Night Live Band.
G.E. Smith was the lead guitarist for the duo Hall & Oates during the band’s heyday from 1979 to 1985, playing on five number-one singles. Smith then took on the role of Saturday Night Live’s bandleader and has recorded and performed with David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Bob Dylan, Roger Waters, Tina Turner, Tracy Chapman, Tom Waits, and dozens of ...
G.E. Smith was born on 27 January 1952 in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, USA. He is an actor and composer, known for Wayne's World (1992), The Departed (2006) and Wayne's World 2 (1993). He has been married to Taylor Barton since November 1990.
If you have ever listened to music then it is a guarantee that you have heard G.E. Smith play. From the top hits of the 80’s to television to film scores he is there. But what you may not know is that he has released several solo albums.
Considering their prodigious respective careers, the upcoming release of legendary G.E. Smith and LeRoy Bell’s album, Stony Hill, sets the bar high.
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Aug 26, 2020 · Former 'SNL' bandleader G.E. Smith reminisces about meeting David Bowie, auditioning for Bob Dylan and crafting the 'Wayne’s World' song.
George Edward Smith is an American guitarist. Smith was the lead guitarist for the duo Hall & Oates during the band's heyday from 1979 to 1985, playing on several albums and five number one...
Nov 6, 2013 · Pennsylvania-born G.E. Smith rose to fame as the lead guitarist for Hall & Oates during their Eighties heyday. He was also the longtime musical director of Saturday Night Live and has performed with many acts including Bob Dylan, David Bowie and Mick Jagger.
G.E. Smith was born on 27 January 1952 in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, USA. He is an actor and composer, known for Wayne's World (1992), The Departed (2006) and Wayne's World 2 (1993). He has been married to Taylor Barton since November 1990.
