Greg Moore (guitarist)

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Greg Moore
Genres Funk, R&B, soul
Occupation(s)Musician
Instrumentselectric guitar
Years active1978– current
Associated acts Earth, Wind, & Fire, Rene & Angela, Cheryl Lynn, Patrice Rushen, Anita Baker, Roy Ayers, Teena Marie

Greg Moore is an American rhythm guitarist. Moore is a former member of the R&B band Earth, Wind & Fire. He has also collaborated with artists such as Patrice Rushen, Anita Baker, Roy Ayers and Teena Marie. [1] [2] [3]

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Career

Earth, Wind & Fire

Moore joined the band Earth, Wind & Fire in 2002. He went on to perform on their 2003 studio album The Promise, 2005 LP Illumination and 2013 album Now, Then & Forever. [1] [2]

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References

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  3. "Interview With Gregory Moore aka G-Moe – A World Class Guitarist". pumpitupmagazine.com. September 18, 2019.