Robert Lamm

Biography

Robert William Lamm is a founding member of the rock band Chicago, born on October 13, 1944, in Brooklyn. His early musical training came from performing in the boys' and men's choir at Grace Episcopal Church, where he was exposed to great sacred music. As a youth, his parents introduced him to jazz records, an influence that shaped his musical style. He co-wrote many of Chicago's biggest hits, including "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?"