Paul Revere (January 7, 1938 – October 4, 2014) was the dynamic leader and keyboardist of Paul Revere & the Raiders, a band that became synonymous with the energetic rock scene of the 1960s and early 1970s. Born Paul Revere Dick in Harvard, Nebraska, he grew up near Boise, Idaho, where he honed his musical talents. Inspired by the showmanship of Spike Jones and the piano prowess of Jerry Lee Lewis, Revere infused his performances with a unique blend of humor and high-energy antics. The band's distinctive Revolutionary War uniforms and synchronized dance moves set them apart, leading to a string of hits and a lasting legacy in American rock history. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Revere_%28musician%29?utm_source=openai))