Ronnie Foster, born May 12, 1950, in Buffalo, New York, is a distinguished American funk and soul-jazz organist and record producer. Emerging in the early 1970s, he became renowned for his dynamic Hammond B3 organ performances and groove-infused compositions. Foster's debut album, "Two Headed Freap" (1972), released under Blue Note Records, introduced his signature blend of jazz, funk, and soul. His track "Mystic Brew" from this album gained renewed acclaim when sampled by A Tribe Called Quest in their 1994 hit "Electric Relaxation." Throughout his career, Foster collaborated with luminaries such as George Benson, contributing to the seminal album "Breezin'," and Stevie Wonder, playing on the classic "Songs in the Key of Life." After a 36-year hiatus from recording, he returned triumphantly with "Reboot" in 2022, reaffirming his enduring influence in the jazz world. ([bluenote.com](https://www.bluenote.com/spotlight/ronnie-foster-reboots/?utm_source=openai))