Chalmers Alford
- January 4, 2024
- Guitarist
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Chalmers Alford |
| Occupation | Guitarist |
| Date Of Birth | May 22, 1955(1955-05-22) |
| Age | 69 |
| Date Of Death | 2008-03-24 |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia |
| Country | United States |
| Birth City | Pennsylvania |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
Chalmers Alford Biography
| Name | Chalmers Alford |
| Birthday | May 22 |
| Birth Year | 1955 |
| Place Of Birth | Philadelphia |
| Home Town | Pennsylvania |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Taurus |
Chalmers Alford is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on May 22, 1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Jazz guitarist who has won the three Grammy Awards and who played in gospel quartets like that of the Mighty Clouds of Joy.
He was featured in He appeared on Tupac Shakur’s album Until the End of Time. album Till the Ende of Time.
Later in life, he found a new career in the neo-soul movement of the 1990s and 2000s, most notably contributing to the sounds of D’Angelo and Tony Toni Toné. Alford played guitar as part of The Soultronics (D’angelo’s band for his 2000 “Voodoo” tour), alongside Questlove, James Poyser, Pino Palladino, and Anthony Hamilton. He was a teacher, and was credited with teaching Raphael Saadiq among others to play guitar. He played on several albums with artists such as Joss Stone, John Mayer, Mary J. Blige, Raphael Saadiq, D’Angelo and Roy Hargrove.
Though he retired from touring years prior, Alford made a rare public appearance performing with the John Mayer Trio as a surprise guest on September 26, 2005 during their stop in Nashville, Tennessee. It is his last known public performance. Audio from the show eventually ended up on the Trio’s only official release, a compilation of performances from the tour called “Try!”, appearing on the title track at the end of the album.
He was born living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Chalmers Alford Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Guitarist |
| House | Living in own house. |
Chalmers Alford is one of the richest Guitarist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Chalmers Alford 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He earned a reputation for himself as a master of technical techniques, using arpeggios throughout his compositions.
After he transitioned into the neo soul movement, he collaborated in collaboration with D’Angelo as well as Tony Tones, among other artists.
Chalmers Edward “Spanky” Alford (May 22, 1955 – March 24, 2008) was an American jazz guitarist. Alford was born in Philadelphia. He was well known for his playing style and use of arpeggiations. He had an illustrious career as a gospel quartet guitar player in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s with groups such as the Mighty Clouds of Joy.
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Facts & Trivia
Chalmers Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Chalmers Alford celebrates birthday on May 22 of every year.