Al Kooper

Biography

Al Kooper is a renowned American songwriter, record producer, and musician born on February 5, 1944, in Brooklyn, New York City. He has played iconic roles in numerous influential recordings, including organ on "Like a Rolling Stone" and lead guitar on Rita Coolidge's "The Lady's Not for Sale". As the founder of Blood, Sweat & Tears, Kooper has also made significant contributions to film soundtracks and musical composition.