J. Geils
John Warren Geils Jr. (born February 20, 1946), popularly known as J. Geils, is an American musician.
Early life
Born in New York City, Geils grew up in Far Hills, New Jersey, where he graduated from Bernards High School. He moved to Massachusetts in 1964 and studied engineering at Northeastern University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Career
Musician
Geils is primarily known as a blues-rock and jazz guitarist. He was the lead guitarist and founder of a rock band, J. Geils Band. He has also recorded with several jazz musicians.
Motorsports
After the band dissolved, Geils founded KTR Motosports, in Ayer, Massachusetts, to service vintage sports cars. He sold the company in 1996 but remains active in it.
Personal life
Since 1982, Geils has resided in Groton, Massachusetts. The town honored him by proclaiming J. Geils Day on December 1, 2009.
Selected discography
Jay Geils Plays Jazz (Francesca Records) 2003
Jay Geils, Gerry Beaudoin and the Kings of Strings, featuring Aaron Weinstein (Arbors Records)
