Richard Knox arrived in New Orleans in 1966 from his hometown of Champaign, Illinois to pursue a career as a professional pianist and performer. In the more than 5 decades since, Richard has not only mastered his craft, but also become an important fixture in the New Orleans music community. He has accumulated a vast wealth of experience playing with the best of the best on the scene including being a longtime member of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band and a 6-year stint on keys with Kermit Ruffins.