
"Steely Dan Loses Longtime Keyboardist Jim Beard at 63"
Jim Beard, the keyboardist who joined Steely Dan in 2008, has passed away at the age of 63 due to complications from a sudden illness. A prolific jazz and fusion rock musician, Beard was known for his work with jazz icons and his compositions used in major movies and TV shows. He was mourned by his band and fellow musicians, leaving behind a legacy of musical genius.




