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Charles Jeremy "Chaz" Jankel (born 16 April 1952) is an English musician and songwriter. In a music career spanning more than 50 years, he came to prominence in the late 1970s as the guitarist and keyboardist of the rock band Ian Dury and the Blockheads. With Dury, Jankel co-wrote some of the band's best-known songs including "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll", "Hit Me with Your Rhythm Stick" and "Reasons to Be Cheerful, Part 3". In addition to his work with the Blockheads, Jankel has had a solo career which has resulted in ten studio albums. He has a long list of credits as both a performer and as songwriter.

Quick facts about Chaz Jankel

  • Full name: Chaz Jankel
  • Born: 1952-04-16
  • Nationality: United Kingdom
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q359791

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Who is Chaz Jankel?

Charles Jeremy "Chaz" Jankel (born 16 April 1952) is an English musician and songwriter.

What nationality is Chaz Jankel?

Chaz Jankel is United Kingdom.

When was Chaz Jankel born?

Chaz Jankel was born on 1952-04-16.

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