Leo Nocentelli
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Leo Nocentelli (born June 15, 1946)[1] is an American musician and songwriter best known as a founding member and lead guitarist of the funk band the Meters. He wrote the original versions of several funk classics such as "Cissy Strut" and "Hey Pocky A-Way". As a session musician he has recorded with a variety of notable artists such as Dr. John, Robert Palmer and Etta James. He is the recipient of a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award as a member of the Meters.
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Born | (1946-06-15) June 15, 1946 (age 77) New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
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Instrument(s) | Guitar |
Years active | Late 1950s–present |
Member of | The Meters |
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