Keith Reid | |
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 Reid in 1999 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Keith Stuart Brian Reid |
| Born | 19 October 1946 Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England |
| Died | 23 March 2023 (aged 76) London, England |
| Genres | Psychedelic rock, progressive rock, Art rock |
| Occupation(s) | Lyricist, songwriter |
| Years active | 1966–2023 |
Keith Stuart Brian Reid (19 October 1946 – 23 March 2023)[1][2] was an English lyricist and songwriter.
He was best known for being the songwriter who wrote the lyrics of every original song released by Procol Harum, with the exception of the songs on their 2017 album, Novum. He co-founded the band with Gary Brooker. Reid was a non-performing member; he did not play any instrument or record with Procol Harum. After the band's break-up in 1977, he began composing songs. Most notably, he co-wrote "You're the Voice", a UK top-10 hit for Australian singer John Farnham.
- ^ "Keith Reid, Procol Harum's excellent lyricist". Beyond the Pale. Retrieved 29 March 2023.
- ^ Keith Reid, Procol Harum Lyricist, Dies at 76. Best Classic Bands. Retrieved 29 March 2023.