Rock Musician. He was a drummer and vocalist best known for his collaboration with guitarist Jimi Hendrix and bassist Billy Cox for the group "Band of Gypsys" in 1969. He was a founding member of the 1960s band "Electric Flag" and fronted his own group, "The Buddy Miles Express" which had the hit single "Them Changes". During his career he recorded more than 70 albums and performed with artists to include Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Neil Young. He also produced and performed commercials for Cadillac, Harley-Davidson and was the voice on California Raisins commercials.
Rock Musician. He was a drummer and vocalist best known for his collaboration with guitarist Jimi Hendrix and bassist Billy Cox for the group "Band of Gypsys" in 1969. He was a founding member of the 1960s band "Electric Flag" and fronted his own group, "The Buddy Miles Express" which had the hit single "Them Changes". During his career he recorded more than 70 albums and performed with artists to include Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Neil Young. He also produced and performed commercials for Cadillac, Harley-Davidson and was the voice on California Raisins commercials.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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