Geoff Downes
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Musician, Keyboardist
Geoff Downes has witnessed—and embraced—the evolution of technology throughout his musical career. A founding member of The Buggles, Geoff incorporated the changing pro audio technology in his music. The breakthrough hit, "Video Killed the Radio Star," catapulted the band to international success. The song not only launched The Buggles into global fame but also became a cultural milestone as the first music video ever broadcast on MTV, marking the beginning of a new era in music and media.
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