Earth, Wind & Fire ~ SING A SONG HAPPY 78TH BIRTHDAY ⋆⭒˚｡⋆ 🎸✍🎛️🎧🎶🎊 Albert Phillip McKay #AlMcKay, born February 2, 1948, in New Orleans, is an American guitarist, songwriter, and producer. He is most famous for his role as the rhythm guitarist for Earth, Wind & Fire (EWF) from 1973 to 1981, during which time he helped define the band's signature funk sound. He has also worked with artists such as #geneharris, #EddieHenderson, Patrice Rushen, #herbiehancock, A Taste of Honey, The Temptations