Melvin Seals

Melvin Seals, born in San Francisco, California, is a celebrated keyboardist renowned for his soulful Hammond B-3 organ. A pivotal figure in defining jam band music, he spent over a decade with the Jerry Garcia Band, earning the nickname "Master of the Universe." Seals blends rock, gospel, soul, and R&B, and has collaborated with artists including Chuck Berry and Phil Lesh. His discography features albums like "Melting Pot."