Rock History - William Keith Relf (22 March 1943 – 14 May 1976) The Yardbirds.

William Keith Relf  was an English musician, best known as the lead vocalist and harmonica player for The Yardbirds.

Relf was 33 when he died from electrocution, in the basement of his home, while playing his improperly earthed (i.e., grounded) guitar

Keith Relf
Relf in 1966
Background information
Birth name	William Keith Relf
Born	22 March 1943 Richmond, Surrey, England
Died	14 May 1976 (aged 33) London, England
Genres	Blues rock, blues, folk rock,hard rock, psychedelic rock,progressive rock
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer-songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, harmonica, bass guitar, keyboards, percussion
Years active	1956–1976
Associated acts	The Yardbirds, Renaissance,Medicine Head, Armageddon,Illusion
Website	www.keithrelf.com

  

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