Woolfolk joined Earth, Wind & Fire in 1972, in time for their fourth studio album. Their fame was on the rise when he joined, and they soon had major hits including “Shining Star,” “September,” “Boogie Wonderland,” and “Let’s Groove.” Woolfolk also played saxophone for artists including Phil Collins; Level 42; and Earth, Wind & Fire bandmate Philip Bailey. was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Earth, Wind & Fire, and he was a member of the Colorado Music Hall of Fame.
Tributes to Andrew Woolfolk
#repost from @philipbaileyewf I met him in High School, and we quickly became friends and band mates. Andrew Paul…
Rest well, Andrew Woolfolk. Saxophonist for Earth, Wind & Fire’s classic period. One of my absolute favorites because he made every note count. You may not know his face or his name, but he was an integral part of THE sound. Wow…
This morning I am saddened to learn that Earth, Wind & Fire's longtime saxophonist Andrew Woolfolk passed away yesterday, April 24, 2022, at age 71. He may be best remembered for his sax solo on the song "Reasons." Rest in peace, Andrew.✌❤🎼🎵🎶 pic.twitter.com/nj5bzlLReQ
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