Herbie Hancock

Herbert Jeffrey Hancock (born 12 April 1940) is an American jazz pianist, keyboard player, bandleader and composer. He began his professional career with trumpeter Donald Byrd's group before joining the Miles Davis Quintet, where he played a significant role in the development of the post-bop style and expanded the role of the jazz rhythm section. During the 1970s, he explored jazz fusion, funk and electronic music, making extensive use of synthesizers and electronic instruments.