About Pete Sears
Born 1948. Pete Sears is a British musician and guitarist.
With Jefferson Starship and Hot Tuna
In 1974, Sears joined Jefferson Starship,
Sears was one of a very small group of Bay-area musicians invited to audition for the Grateful Dead's keyboard position in the summer of 1990 following the death of Brent Mydland; the chair was eventually given to Vince Welnick from The Tubes.
Sears performed at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame tribute to John Lee Hooker at Stanford University as one of Hooker's guests. He also wrote a song with Hooker, "Elizabeth", which they performed live together in the studio on Sears' solo album The Long Haul.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Pete Sears?
British musician
When was Pete Sears born?
Pete Sears was born on 27 May 1948 in Bromley.
What is Pete Sears's occupation?
Pete Sears is a musician and guitarist.
What nationality is Pete Sears?
Pete Sears is British.
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