Hearts of Fire ... RIP Maurice White. It was my Aunt Annie who introduced me, to the great world called 'Earth Wind and Fire. She would sing all the 'highs' of their 'Keep Your Head' to the Sky' song and I was hooked. I could relate to Maurice White for several reasons, i.e.,was a Sagittarius like me, he had a prominent forehead like me, he was a redbone like me, he was considered different or a little eccentric like me, so early on, I forged a kinship with him. I loved his vocal tone, his writing and producing. He was such a visionary helping give inspiration to the careers of some of my favorite artists such as Deniece Williams, The Emotions and Jennifer Holiday. Maurice White's tapestry helped shaped a magnificent piece of musical history sealed in time. May his soul rest in peace. KK
'Maurice White, co-founder of Earth, Wind & Fire, died in his sleep Thursday morning ... TMZ has learned.
Maurice died in L.A. after a long battle with Parkinson's. He was diagnosed in 1992 and his condition deteriorated in recent months. The disease had progressed to the point he was forced to stop touring with the band 1994.
The band had a string of hits, including "Shining Star," "September," "Boogie Wonderland," and "After the Love has Gone."
In 2000, the band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Maurice was individually inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2010.
Maurice's brother, Verdine, is also a band member.
Although Maurice wasn't touring, he remained involved in the decisions regarding the band.'
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